When the Dallas Cowboys take the field at AT&T Stadium in Week 4, they’ll be chasing more than just another win — they’ll be chasing a breakthrough. The Cowboys have not beaten the Green Bay Packers since 2016, Dak Prescott’s rookie season. Since then, Dallas is 0–5 against Green Bay, including the 2023 Wild Card defeat, 48–32.
Last Five Matchups (excluding 2016 win):
- 2023 Wild Card: Packers 48, Cowboys 32
- 2022 Week 10: Packers 31, Cowboys 28 (OT)
- 2019 Week 5: Packers 34, Cowboys 24
- 2017 Week 14: Packers 34, Cowboys 24
- 2017 Divisional Playoff: Packers 34, Cowboys 31
This Week 4 clash also marks Micah Parsons’ return to Arlington after his offseason trade to Green Bay. Now armed with a $188 million contract and already leading the league in games with eight or more quarterback pressures through three weeks, Parsons will be the center of attention against his former team.
So, what should fans expect from this highly anticipated matchup? Here are three things to watch for.
1. Parsons will test Dallas’ protection
The Cowboys know better than anyone how disruptive Parsons can be, but stopping him is easier said than done. Expect Dallas to use quick throws, chip blocks, and rollouts to minimize his impact. How well the offensive line and Dak Prescott handle his pressure will shape the flow of the game.
2. Dallas will attack Green Bay’s secondary
The Packers’ front seven is their strength, but their secondary has shown cracks. Expect the Cowboys to stretch the field with George Pickens while mixing in motion and tempo to create mismatches. Big plays downfield could be Dallas’ best weapon against a defense built to control the trenches.
3. Situational football will be decisive
This game could come down to execution in critical moments. Expect the Cowboys to lean heavily on third-down conversions, ball security, and red-zone efficiency. Winning the turnover battle may be the only way Dallas flips a script that’s been stuck on repeat for nearly a decade.
Parsons’ return ensures this will be no ordinary Week 4 matchup, but for Dallas, it’s about much more than one homecoming. It’s about finally toppling the team that has haunted them since 2016. If the Cowboys can rise in key moments and withstand Parsons’ impact, Week 4 might finally deliver the long-awaited win over the Packers.