Dallas' injury-plagued defense got picked apart by Nix, and the Cowboys' offensive line got pummeled by Denver's pass rush

Following the Cowboys’ loss to the Denver Broncos, ESPN’s “First Take” debated whether the team needed a major trade before the deadline.

The Denver Broncos (6-2) dominated the Dallas Cowboys (3-4-1) in a 44-24 win at Empower Field at Mile High in Week 8 of the 2025 NFL season. With the victory, the Broncos improved to 3-0 in their throwback uniform and 8-0 in their last eight games against the Cowboys, with their last loss coming in 1995.

With starters Malik Hooker (toe) and Donovan Wilson (elbow/shoulder) out along with the primary backup Juanyeh Thomas (migraines), the Cowboys turned to Markquese Bell and undrafted rookie Alijah Clark. The Broncos took advantage of the inexperience on the back end and found five pass completions of 15 yards or more.

Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys turned in another up-and-down performance in a 44-24 loss to the Denver Broncos.

The Dallas Cowboys head to Mile High for an afternoon showdown with the Broncos in Week 8 of the NFL season, but how can you tune in? We've got you covered.

The Denver Broncos (5-2) have two players listed on their injury report as they ready to meet the Dallas Cowboys (3-3-1) on Sunday, Oct. 26 at Empower Field at Mile High, with kickoff scheduled for 4:25 p.m. ET.

The Denver Broncos impressively won their fifth consecutive game Sunday, knocking off the Dallas Cowboys in a 44-24 win where quarterback Bo Nix looked in control throughout the matchup. Nix threw four touchdowns, and running back RJ Harvey rushed for two. Nix finished 19-for-29 with 247 passing yards and one interception.

The Dallas Cowboys welcome the Arizona Cardinals to AT&T Stadium in Week 9 of the NFL season, with a primetime showdown on Monday Night Football. Here is what the oddsmakers have to say.