Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Giants preview, Dak Prescott expectations, and NFC East predictions. Can Dallas win the division and make a real Super Bowl run in 2026? Joe Lombardi and JP tackle the biggest questions facing Cowboys Nation in this full episode of Lombardi and JP Talk Sports. From CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens to the offensive line and revamped Cowboys defense, we debate what needs to happen for Dallas to turn preseason optimism into playoff success. Can Dak lead this team to the NFC Championship Game? Can defensive coordinator Christian Parker get the defense playing at a higher level? What can Von Miller bring to the pass rush? And will the Cowboys make a statement against the Giants in Week 1? Get our takes on roster decisions, players under pressure, and how Dallas stacks up against the Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Commanders, and New York Giants. 🏈 IN THIS EPISODE • Dallas Cowboys playoff hopes and Super Bowl expectations • Dak Prescott’s biggest test and why the offense needs to start fast • CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens versus the NFL’s top receiving duos • Tyler Smith’s injury and questions surrounding the offensive line • What Tyler Guyton and Terence Steele need to prove • Christian Parker, Von Miller, and expectations for the Cowboys defense • Javonte Williams, running back depth, and roster-cut reactions • Cowboys vs. Giants matchups, including containing Jaxson Dart • NFC East standings predictions and Dallas season win totals • Week 1 hot takes and our final Cowboys vs. Giants score predictions 🔥 OUR PICKS Joe predicts a 12-5 Cowboys season. JP has Dallas finishing 11-6. Both pick the Cowboys to win the NFC East, but they don’t agree on how the rest of the division shakes out. Watch the debate and tell us who has it right! ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Cowboys Nation: Welcome back 00:45 Cowboys roster news and injury discussion 02:08 Can the Dallas Cowboys win the Super Bowl? 05:28 What does Dak Prescott need to prove? 07:18 Are CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens the NFL’s best duo? 08:28 Can the Cowboys defense take the next step? 10:16 Offensive line concerns and Tyler Guyton 11:16 Running backs and roster-cut reactions 13:14 Cowboys vs. Giants: Key matchups 15:00 Cowboys players with the most to prove 18:13 Sponsor and Murphy’s Pub event announcement 19:25 Week 1 hot takes and bold predictions 21:25 Who will win the NFC East? 28:13 Cowboys vs. Giants score predictions 29:23 Closing thoughts and how to follow the show 📍 JOIN US AT MURPHY’S PUB & SPORTS BAR! Connecticut Cowboys fans and New England Cowboys Nation, come watch football with Lombardi and JP Talk Sports! 📅 Sunday, September 27, 2026 📍 Murphy’s Pub & Sports Bar 103 Tolland Turnpike, Manchester, CT 06042 🏈 Dallas Cowboys vs. Baltimore Ravens ⏰ Cowboys kickoff: 4:25 PM Eastern Join Joe and JP for afternoon NFL football, bring your Cowboys questions, and cheer on Dallas with fellow fans. As announced in this episode, we’re planning giveaways, including jerseys and Cowboys game tickets. Follow the show for event updates and giveaway details. Wear your Cowboys gear and come ready to talk football! 💬 SOUND OFF, COWBOYS NATION What’s your Cowboys record prediction: 11-6, 12-5, or something else? What will decide this season: Dak Prescott, the offensive line, or the defense? Drop your prediction and Cowboys vs. Giants final score in the comments. Leave a Dallas Cowboys question you want Joe and JP to tackle in a future episode!
