One thing is certain in the Dallas Cowboys' up-and-down season: They can beat the New York Giants.
Dallas swept the season series against its NFC East rival with a 37-18 victory on Monday at MetLife Stadium. Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott spearheaded the effort in the 5-3 Cowboys' second straight win following a three-game losing streak that puts them a half-game ahead of the 5-4 Philadelphia Eagles in the division race.
As for the 2-7 Giants, this was their fifth straight loss in what has already turned into a lost season.
Notable Fantasy Stats
- DAL QB Dak Prescott: 22-of-35 passing for 257 yards, three touchdowns and one interception
- DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott: 23 carries for 139 yards
- DAL WR Amari Cooper: four catches for 80 yards and one touchdown
- NYG QB Daniel Jones: 26-of-41 passing for 210 yards, one touchdown and one interception
- NYG RB Saquon Barkley: 14 carries for 28 yards; six catches for 67 yards
Zeke Wins RB Battle, Opens Door for Dak Prescott
Elliott versus Saquon Barkley was the headlining showdown entering Monday's game, and with good reason.