In a dramatic finish in Rio, the Baltimore Ravens secured a 34-31 victory over the Dallas Cowboys with a last-second 56-yard field goal by Tyler Loop. The Cowboys, who had the ball and a chance to win, opted for a touchback on the kickoff, allowing the Ravens to start at their own 35-yard line with just seven seconds remaining. Lamar Jackson connected with Zay Flowers for a 27-yard gain, setting up Loop's game-winning kick as time expired.
Loop's successful field goal not only clinched the game but also marked a significant moment in his redemption arc after missing a crucial kick last season that cost the Ravens a playoff spot. Following the kick, Jackson told Loop, “Your legacy is starting now.” Meanwhile, Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott expressed frustration over the missed opportunity, stating, “We’ve got to put the game away, period,” and acknowledged the Ravens' execution in the final moments.
The loss dropped Dallas to 1-2, with Prescott completing 25 of 40 passes for 276 yards and one touchdown. The Cowboys struggled with time management in the closing seconds, including a timeout that disrupted their flow. Despite earlier chances to win, they were unable to capitalize, leaving them to regroup ahead of their next game against the Houston Texans.