Dallas fell short to Philadelphia in Week 1, but the Week 1 drama didn’t decide the season. Dak Prescott cleared the air about Spitgate, denying any spit incident and framing the moment as a heated exchange rather than an act of aggression. The incident became a social-media frenzy, yet the focus returns to Dallas’ offense and Dak’s leadership as fantasy managers recalibrate expectations after a tough loss.

Behind the scenes, Sam Williams loaded up on frustration with Micah Parsons questions, signaling a tight-knit group and a potential shift in how the defense communicates postgame. The Cowboys face a short week, so adjusting play-calling and trusting Prescott to bounce back will be critical for early-season fantasy projections and betting angles.

Overall, Dallas navigates a blemish-filled opener with a looming path to bounce-back success, centered on Prescott’s stability, Parsons’ continued dominance, and Williams’ willingness to channel noise into production.