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5 Winners & 2 Losers From Cowboys Much-Needed Week 7 Victory Over Eagles

SI Feed·Randy Gurzi·2 days ago
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The term "must-win" is often overused, especially this early in the season. That wasn't the case for the Dallas Cowboys entering their Monday Night Football matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 7.

Both teams were 2-4, but the Eagles were on a four-game losing streak and were without their starting quarterback, Jalen Hurts , and two starting receivers , while Saquon Barkley was limited as well with a hamstring injury. This is a game they had to win to keep within striking distance of the New York Giants in the NFC East, and a loss would have been devastating for a team facing relentless questions entering the game.

It wasn't pretty, and the defense still had far too many mistakes, but the Cowboys were able to walk out of Philly with a 38-21 win. Let's take a look back at this important victory and see who stood out as both winners and losers for America's Team.

Winner: Javonte Williams, RB

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams rushes during the first quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles.…

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