Cowboys host Buccaneers to kick off Week 5 on Thursday Night Football

Tampa Bay starts an undrafted rookie quarterback.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 52m1 min read

Week 5 of the NFL kicks off with the Cowboys hosting the Buccaneers on “Thursday Night Football.” Dallas is looking for Via @TheAthletic on X

What happened: The Dallas Cowboys are hosting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to open Week 5 on "Thursday Night Football." The game is currently in progress, with Dallas holding an early 7-0 lead.

Why it matters: Dallas is seeking its third win of the season, bolstered by the return of Pro Bowl left guard Tyler Smith. Tampa Bay is attempting to secure its first victory of the year while relying on an undrafted rookie at quarterback.

By the numbers: The Cowboys hold a 7-0 advantage in the active contest. Dallas entered the matchup averaging 28.1 points per game, while Tampa Bay had been scoring 16.6 points per outing.

What to watch: Watch how the Tampa Bay offense operates under its rookie quarterback as the game continues.

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@TheAthletic 2026-10-09T00:37:26.645063+00:00

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