GREEN BAY, Wis. — October 20, 2026: The Green Bay Packers continued their winning run with a 23-13 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night at Lambeau Field. While quarterback Jordan Love delivered two touchdowns and Green Bay’s defense forced two crucial interceptions, the defeat left Dallas searching for answers. Despite the Cowboys’ 2-4 start to the season, team executive vice president Stephen Jones has publicly backed head coach Brian Schottenheimer.
The Packers improved to 4-2 with their third consecutive victory, establishing an early advantage that Dallas was unable to overcome. Green Bay led 17-0 at halftime after taking advantage of turnovers and producing key scoring drives. Although the Cowboys showed some improvement after the break, they could not close the gap enough to threaten the final result.
Love completed 23 of 41 passes for 276 yards, throwing one touchdown and one interception. He also scored on a one-yard quarterback sneak just before halftime, giving Green Bay another important boost. Wide receiver Matthew Golden was one of the standout performers, recording six receptions for 104 yards and a touchdown.
Kicker Trey Smack contributed three field goals to help the Packers maintain control. Green Bay’s offense was not dominant on the ground, finishing with 57 rushing yards, but its ability to convert important opportunities and capitalize on defensive stops proved decisive.
Dallas Cowboys Struggle With Turnovers and Offensive Execution
Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott completed 34 of 54 passes for 258 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions. The Cowboys’ first-half problems proved particularly costly, as the team struggled to turn offensive possessions into points. Interceptions by safety Evan Williams and rookie cornerback Brandon Cisse helped Green Bay build its commanding halftime lead.
The Cowboys finally got on the scoreboard in the third quarter when running back Javonte Williams scored on a one-yard run. However, Green Bay responded with additional field goals from Smack, extending its advantage to 23-7 in the fourth quarter.
Prescott connected with Ryan Flournoy for a six-yard touchdown with 44 seconds remaining, giving Dallas a late opportunity to make the game more competitive. The Cowboys failed to convert the ensuing two-point attempt, leaving the final score at 23-13.
Dallas also struggled to establish its running game, finishing with just 48 rushing yards. The combination of limited production on the ground, two interceptions and an early scoring deficit made a comeback difficult against a Packers defense that repeatedly delivered in important moments.
Stephen Jones Reaffirms Confidence in Brian Schottenheimer
The latest defeat has increased attention on the Cowboys’ coaching staff, but Stephen Jones has made it clear that the organization continues to support Schottenheimer. Speaking on Dallas sports radio on Monday, Jones expressed confidence in the head coach and the coaching staff, emphasizing the need for the team to improve and finish games more effectively.
Schottenheimer, who is in his second season as Dallas’ head coach, acknowledged that the team’s performances have not met expectations. He said the focus remains on improving execution and helping the players turn the season around rather than becoming distracted by criticism.
The Cowboys have now lost consecutive games and will need a stronger performance across all three phases of the game to regain momentum. Their defense must limit explosive plays and create more consistent pressure, while the offense needs to protect the football and become more productive on the ground.
Dallas also faces a potential personnel setback after linebacker Dee Winters suffered an Achilles strain during the Packers game. Stephen Jones indicated that Winters would likely miss time, creating another challenge for a team already attempting to improve its defensive performance.
The Packers, meanwhile, will look to extend their winning streak when they visit the Detroit Lions on Sunday, October 25. The Cowboys are scheduled to face the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday, October 26, in a matchup that could provide an important opportunity to respond to their recent defeats.
For Green Bay, the 23-13 win represents another step toward building consistency after an uneven start to the season. For Dallas, the result highlights the urgency of improving offensive execution and defensive reliability. With the regular season still underway, the Cowboys have time to recover, but their upcoming games will be important in determining whether they can regain momentum and remain competitive in the NFC.