Top 5 Dallas Cowboys Highlights Of The 2025 Season

Each NFL season resembles a novel, each chapter about unforgettable plays, thrilling comebacks, and remarkable moments that transcend the game itself. The 2025 season for the Dallas Cowboys is no exception - the landscape of memories - stories built on drama and excitement that Cowboys fans will enjoy, remember, and talk about for years to come.

As is the case of all seasons, it has not been perfect- there have been no delays in the drama, the bumps, the losses, the roster turnover, and sudden changes. But in the shadows of these setbacks rested moments of magic...the kicker who made a historic field goal, the running back who returned from injury, the emotional reunion of the legendary quarterback, an overtime game in which a walk-off game-winning touchdown felt like it came straight out of a movie script, and flashes of defensive play that jogged memories of the opportunity the Cowboys legacy built narrative.

Dallas cowboys Legendary Kicking Day

At times, it's the unlikeliest of heroes who prove to be the most memorable. As the decades unwind, fans of the Cowboys have argued merits of quarterback, running back, and wide receiver. Kicker has rarely, if ever, made an appearance in that debate. The incredible performance in one game between the 2023 Dallas Cowboys and the Los Angeles Chargers has given Cowboys and its fans something to remember and talk about for the rest of their lives, Brandon Aubrey.

Take a moment to picture this all too real scene. The stadium was thick with tension. The Cowboys were behind, the clock was running, and there was no hope left. Brandon Aubrey walked on the field as cool as a cucumber, nonchalantly preparing to kick a 64-yard field goal (a length that most kickers in the history of the league come up short). The fans bubbled with emotion; some prayed, while others averted their eyes. 

The kick was high, well above the uprights, and when it finally passed, the crowd at AT&T Stadium erupted in a roar as loud as rumbling thunder. The Cowboys had tied the game at the buzzer, it all seemed surreal, as if by fate. And Aubrey was not done. In overtime with the final seconds ticking away, Brandon Aubrey lined up once again to attempt the game winning kick. This moment was all of its pressure, and he nailed a 46 yard field goal, forever cementing his name in Cowboys history.

This win was not just a victory; it was a narrative. Aubrey became the first-ever player to kick a game-tying field goal at the end of regulation and a game-winning field goal at the end of overtime in the NFL. The Dallas Cowboys had shown that they still had the magic; the clutch DNA, even in a transitional season.

After the final whistle, all his teammates surrounded Aubrey to celebrate like it was a Christmas reunion. Even the fans characterizing him as “Mr. Ice,” “The Leg of Legends,” and “the real MVP” were buzzing on social media, affirming, “he”s so calm on the gridiron we should have him doing all our kickoffs and PAT’s this season. Aubrey downplayed the moment for hospital cameras and mentioned he was just there to fulfill a role, but anyone objectively watching the performance knew it was something bigger.

Javonte Williams’ Return To Form

Each season has its share of comebacks, but for the Cowboys, Williams is one of the more inspiring come-back stories. Heading into the year he had a lot of questions surrounding him. Would he be back to his old self after his injuries? Would he be able to handle the workload, and would he still be that physical, tackle-breaking runner fans admired? 

Those questions were answered quickly when in the first divisional game where Williams (shown handily bulldozing defenders) rushed for almost 100 yards and a touchdown. He was back breaking tackles, running over defenders, and spinning off defenders in the hole. For a moment, fans could forget about the past and be optimistic about the future with him back to the player he was promising to be. 

What made it exceptional was not the yards gained or the touchdown — it was how he ran. Angry. Determined. Hungry. Each carry looked like a message to the world: "I’m back." The offensive line was energized by his play. Dak Prescott, relieved of the pressure of having to do everything on offense, was more confident.

Fans loved it. Social media lit up with Williams' clips dragging defenders down the field. Analysts loved the way he moved his feet. Even better, teammates excitedly congratulated him as the spark the offense needed.

In a year where the  Dallas Cowboys have been searching for balance, getting in Javonte's feet is bigger than just a high point — it's hope.

Micah Parsons’ Emotional Return

Football involves more than a series of X’s and O’s. It consists of people, feelings, and legacies. When Micah Parsons returned wearing a Green Bay Packers uniform to play against the Dallas Cowboys, this was not just another game; it was a moment with significance.

Parsons, who used to be the face of the Cowboys’ defense, walked onto the AT&T Stadium field to a whirlwind of feelings from the fans. Some fans booed him, others cheered him. Many simply stood there, reminiscing over his reign of excellence in silver and blue for years.

The game was something we will not forget, as is our signature back-and-forth contest that was filled with drama, ending in a 40–40 tie. Although that is not a win, it is also not a loss either. It was something different, a symbolic moment when the Cowboys proved they can stand tall without their former superstar.

In the contest, the defense played with sting and passion, as though they were trying to show they could survive without their old leader. Offensively, Dak Prescott was able to make several outstanding throws and the organization continued to battle to the last whistle.

For the fans, it was bittersweet to see Parsons in another jersey, however, it was a point of pride to see the Dallas Cowboys go toe-to-toe with Parsons in another jersey as well as his Texas-born team. All in all, the game was a testament that this franchise is bigger than one player.

The Overtime Comeback vs. Giants

Some games seem to be Hollywood scripts. The Cowboys’ comeback win in overtime against the Giants was one of them. 

It wasn’t a pretty kernel for the Cowboys. They were losing, the offense could be stagnant, and the defense made some big plays. But champions are known for how they respond and Dallas responded.

Dak Prescott took command in the final drives of the game, calmly delivering throws amidst pressure. The wide receivers made floaters as contested catches. The running game cold, hard churned for fine yards. Every single plays required attention, every individual yard was fought for.

The fans in the stadium experienced it in every second by screaming, gasping, and putting heads in their hands in disbelief. When Aubrey's kick looped through the uprights to win the game in overtime, it was loud enough to knock you right out of your seat. Everyone hugged everyone else, even if they were strangers. Some cried. That kind of win creates a lasting glue in a fanbase.

Defensive Splash Plays And Turnovers

The Cowboys' defense has long been a key aspect of the team's identity. Even without Parsons, the 2025 defenses created moments of brilliance. 

There were forced fumbles in crucial moments, interceptions that changed the course of the game, and goal line stands that sent the crowd into a euphoric frenzy. Young players filled gaps, stepped up, and showed they belonged on the big stage.

There was one moment that truly stood out to the author: a late-game fumble recovery to close out the game. The defensive player jumped on the loose ball, and the entire sideline erupted with excitement. Sure, it was one play, but it was one of those moments that was a statement play for the entire defense—not only covering one moment in a game, but a moment in time where they were officially sharing with the world that Dallas still had defensive grit.

For fans of the game, these moments create nostalgia for their legendary defenses, and for the Cowboys and their players these moments serve as reassurance and confidence that even while rebuilding their roster they still carry the tradition of toughness that the Cowboys were built on.

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— Brenden 🤺 (@BHershTakes) September 29, 2025

The kick was away. It sailed into the night sky, and as it crossed the uprights AT&T Stadium erupted with applause. The Cowboys were tied at the horn. But Aubrey was not finished. In overtime, and as time was running out, he had the opportunity again. The stakes were at an all-time high. He nailed a 46-yarder to win the game, and he will forever be known for that moment in Cowboys history.