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In their inaugural season of 1960, the expansion team Cowboys lost their first 10 games before tying the New York Giants 31-31 in Week 11. The 1988 Cowboys, who finished the season with a 3-and-13 record, matched the 10-game loss streak in what turned out be Tom Landry's swan song as head coach.
There are many candidates for this one, particularly because the Cowboys struggled and failed to win championships in the late 1960s and early 1970s. But a strong candidate for the most difficult loss would be the National Football Conference Championship Game on January 10, 1982 at Candlestick Park in San Francisco.
Dallas led the San Francisco 49ers 27-21 late in the fourth quarter, but Niners quarterback Joe Montana guided his team from their own 11 to the Cowboys 6-yard line with 58 seconds left. Montana then threw a high pass to the back of the end zone, which was caught for a go-ahead touchdown by San Francisco wide receiver Dwight Clark. The play has been known as "The Catch" ever since.
What many people don't remember is that the Cowboys had a chance to pull off a last-second victory. With 51 seconds remaining, Dallas needed only a field goal to win. Dallas quarterback Danny White threw a pass to wide receiver Drew Pearson, who seemed headed for a long gainer. But second-year Niners defensive back Eric Wright thwarted a big play, pulling Pearson down by his jersey. A few moments later, White fumbled after being hit, and the 49ers recovered the ball, securing a 28-27 victory.
The loss effectively ended the Cowboys' dominance in the NFC for a decade. They would not appear in another conference championship game and Super Bowl until January 1993. Meanwhile, the 49ers became one of the glamour teams of the National Football League. They went on to win four Super Bowls between 1982 and 1990, and a fifth in January 1995.
Through the 2016 season, the Dallas Cowboys' all-time regular-season record is 493-367-6. The team's playoff record is 34-27.
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Did the Dallas Cowboys win their first ever game?
No. The Dallas Cowboys lost their first franchise game, to the Pittsburgh Steelers, 35-28, on September 24, 1960.
Where was the first game the Dallas Cowboys played the Pittsburgh Steelers?
The first Dallas Cowboys versus Pittsburgh Steelers game was played in Dallas.
When did Dallas play their first ever football game?
The Cowboys first game in the NFL was played September 24, 1960 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Cowboys lost that game 35-28.
What was the score of the Dallas Cowboys and Minnesota Vikings 2009 playoff game?
The score of the Dallas Cowboys and Minnesota Vikings 2009 playoff game was Cowboys 3 Vikings 34.
Who was the first quarterback for the Dallas Steers?
The Dallas "Steers" never played a game. The Steers name was changed to the Dallas Rangers, and then to Cowboys before the team ever played a game. Therefore the First Steer quarterback was also the Cowboys first quarterback, Eddie Lebaron.
Who won the football game between Dallas Cowboys and the Philadelphia Eagles Saturday night?
The Dallas Cowboys won 34-14.
What channel on Uverse will the Dallas Cowboys play on?
Should be on FOX. The Cowboys and Seahawks game is on 4/1004 in Dallas.
What to wear to a Dallas Cowboys game?
redskins jersey
What movie and television projects has Ralph Neely been in?
Ralph Neely has: Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Tackle in "The NFL on CBS" in 1956. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Tackle in "1967 NFL Championship Game" in 1967. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Tackle in "1966 NFL Championship Game" in 1967. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Tackle in "NFL Monday Night Football" in 1970. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Tackle in "1970 NFC Championship Game" in 1971. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Left Tackle in "Super Bowl V" in 1971. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Tackle in "1972 NFC Championship Game" in 1972. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Tackle in "1973 NFC Championship Game" in 1973. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Left Tackle in "Super Bowl X" in 1976. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Tackle in "1975 NFC Championship Game" in 1976. Played himself in "Super Bowl" in 1976. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Tackle in "1977 NFC Championship Game" in 1978. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Left Tackle in "Super Bowl XII" in 1978.
Who was the quarter back in December 1996 for the Dallas Cowboys in the vikings playoff game?
The quarterback for Dallas Cowboys was Troy Aikman for the 1996 playoff game vs Minnesota.
What movie and television projects has Tom Rafferty been in?
Tom Rafferty has: Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Center in "The NFL on CBS" in 1956. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Guard in "The NFL on CBS" in 1956. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Center in "The NFL on NBC" in 1965. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Guard in "NFL Monday Night Football" in 1970. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Center in "NFL Monday Night Football" in 1970. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Right Guard in "Super Bowl XII" in 1978. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Guard in "1977 NFC Championship Game" in 1978. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Right Guard in "Super Bowl XIII" in 1979. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Guard in "1978 NFC Championship Game" in 1979. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Guard in "1980 NFC Championship Game" in 1981. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Center in "1981 NFC Championship Game" in 1982. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Center in "1982 NFC Championship Game" in 1982.
What movie and television projects has Walt Garrison been in?
Walt Garrison has: Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Fullback in "The NFL on NBC" in 1965. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Fullback in "1966 NFL Championship Game" in 1967. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Running Back in "NFL Monday Night Football" in 1970. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Fullback in "NFL Monday Night Football" in 1970. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Fullback in "1970 NFC Championship Game" in 1971. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Fullback in "Super Bowl V" in 1971. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Fullback in "1971 NFC Championship Game" in 1972. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Fullback in "Super Bowl VI" in 1972. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Fullback in "1972 NFC Championship Game" in 1972. Played Himself - Dallas Cowboys Fullback in "1973 NFC Championship Game" in 1973. Played himself in "ESPN SportsCentury" in 1999.
