Cardinals Upset Cowboys on Monday Night Football: Murray Shines in Triumphant Return (2025)
The Arizona Cardinals snapped their five-game losing streak in dramatic fashion, defeating the Dallas Cowboys 27–17 under the lights of Monday Night Football on November 3, 2025. The win marked a turning point for Arizona’s struggling season and extended quarterback Kyler Murray’s undefeated record at AT&T Stadium.
Murray’s Homecoming Magic Continues
Back from a two-game foot injury, Kyler Murray once again turned Arlington into his personal stage. The Texas native, who remains undefeated at AT&T Stadium since high school, delivered a near-flawless performance — completing 24 of 33 passes for 265 yards and two touchdowns, with an additional 41 rushing yards.
Murray’s connection with rookie receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. proved electric, including a 35-yard touchdown strike that broke the game open in the third quarter. Head coach Jonathan Gannon called it “the momentum shift we’ve been waiting for,” crediting Murray’s poise and leadership for revitalizing the offense.
Cowboys’ Defensive Struggles Deepen
For Dallas, the night added another layer of frustration to an already uneven season. Quarterback Dak Prescott threw for 271 yards and one touchdown but got pick twice — including a costly fourth-quarter interception by Marco Wilson. Running back Tony Pollard was held to just 58 yards on 15 carries, while wideout CeeDee Lamb tallied 89 receiving yards but no scores.
The Cowboys’ defense once again faltered in crucial moments, allowing over 400 total yards. First-year head coach Brian Schottenheimer faces growing pressure as the team falls to 3–5–1, now sitting below .500 for the first time this season. “We’re not finishing drives or getting stops when it counts,” Schottenheimer said postgame. “That’s on us as a staff.”
Cardinals Snap Losing Streak and Regain Confidence
The victory ended a five-game losing streak for the Cardinals, improving their record to 3–6. Prior to Monday’s matchup, Arizona had dropped several close games by one-score margins — signaling progress that finally translated into a win.
Defensively, linebacker Zaven Collins led with 10 tackles and a sack, while veteran safety Budda Baker anchored the secondary and limited Dallas’ explosive plays. The locker room energy afterward reflected relief and renewed belief. “We’ve been close for weeks,” said Baker. “Tonight we finished.”
What’s Next for Both Teams
The Cardinals now prepare for a divisional matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, hoping to build momentum heading into midseason. For Dallas, the loss raises concerns about playoff viability and consistency — particularly on defense.
While the Cowboys search for answers, Kyler Murray and the Cardinals leave Dallas with something more powerful than stats: confidence and proof that their season isn’t over yet.
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