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The Dallas Cowboys secured a crucial 38-21 victory over their NFC East rivals, the Philadelphia Eagles, in Week 7. The win improved the Cowboys' record to 3-4, placing them alone in second place in the division behind the surprising New York Giants.
Running back Javonte Williams delivered a standout performance for Dallas. Meanwhile, CeeDee Lamb served as Dak Prescott's primary target, drawing 12 targets, while George Pickens made the most of his chances with four catches for 57 yards and a touchdown. However, Pickens' most memorable moments didn't appear in the box score.
Late in the first half, Pickens attempted to hurdle a defender for reasons that remain unclear. He landed on his back but emerged unharmed. While simply running out of bounds would have yielded the same result, Pickens chose the acrobatic route—because he's George Pickens.
In the fourth quarter, with Dallas trying to seal the game, Pickens found himself wide open for a first down. He secured the catch, got both feet down, and stepped out of bounds near the Eagles cheerleaders. As he turned to head back to the huddle, he blew a kiss toward one or perhaps all of them.
Pickens is coming off the best season of his career and is playing on a franchise tag. Clearly, he's keeping things light this season.
Key Analysis
Pickens' playful antics add a layer of personality to a Cowboys team that needed a win. His on-field production and lighthearted moments could be a sign of confidence as Dallas looks to climb the NFC East standings.
Originally reported by yahoo.