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Dak Prescott put on an offensive show as the Cowboys defeated the Panthers 36-28 in Arlington. Prescott had an efficient day, completing 14-of-22 passes for 188 yards and four touchdowns. Ezekiel Elliott complimented the passing attack with 143 rushing yards and a score on 20 carries. Randy Gregory led Dallas' defense with two of the group's five sacks as they improved to 3-and-1 on the year.
For the Panthers, Sam Darnold managed a strong day despite constantly being harassed in the pocket. Darnold totaled four touchdowns, two with his arm and two with his feet, but also threw a pair of interceptions. Wide receiver DJ Moore led the Panthers, who dropped to 3-and-1, with eight receptions for 113 yards and two scores. Carolina's pass rush was quiet with no sacks, no tackles for loss and only one quarterback hit.