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Cowboys vs. Raiders live score, updates, highlights from NFL 'Monday Night Football' game

Jake Mozarsky

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Sin City is set for a clash between two of the NFL’s most historic franchises, where the five-time Super Bowl champion Dallas Cowboys (3-5-1) make their first-ever visit to Allegiant Stadium to face the three-time champion Las Vegas Raiders (2-7) on "Monday Night Football." While both teams find themselves struggling through disappointing seasons, this Week 11 matchup brings together the swagger of “America’s Team” and the Silver and Black, a prime-time showcase rooted in the league’s rich history.

The Cowboys are playing their first game since the tragic death of defensive end Marshawn Kneeland. Though the emotional weight is undeniable, Dallas hopes to use the moment as a catalyst for its season. The Cowboys have bolstered their defense, which currently ranks 31st in the NFL, by acquiring All-Pro defensive tackle Quinnen Williams from the Jets and veteran linebacker Logan Wilson from the Bengals. With a top-tier offense led by quarterback Dak Prescott, the infusion of these playmakers aims to stabilize a defense that has struggled to support its high-powered counterpart.

The Raiders, under new head coach Pete Carroll, are seeking a signature victory to validate the direction of their franchise. The challenge for Las Vegas will be igniting an offense that ranks a lowly 31st in scoring, compounded by quarterback Geno Smith leading the NFL in interceptions. However, the Raiders benefit from a mini-bye week after their previous Thursday game, a 10-7 prime-time loss to the Broncos.

Dallas’ explosive offense, which ranks fourth in total yards and points scored, will test a Raiders defense that, despite the team’s struggles, has held opponents in check at times and is coming off a 10-point performance. Conversely, Las Vegas’ ground-oriented offense will attempt to exploit a Cowboys defense that has been prone to giving up yardage. The clash between Raiders rookie running back Ashton Jeanty and the newly reinforced Cowboys defensive front, featuring the debut of Williams, is a storyline to watch.

As the two titans of football history meet in this crucial mid-November battle, the outcome has the potential to redefine the trajectories of their seasons. For the Cowboys, a win would mean moving past a period of immense tragedy, establishing the new defensive additions, and staying firmly in the hunt for an NFC playoff spot. For the Raiders, defeating a perennial powerhouse on Monday night at home would inject badly needed confidence and signal that a turnaround is within reach under Carroll.

Follow along for updates throughout the night below.

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Cowboys vs. Raiders live updates, highlights from 'Monday Night Football'

7:53 p.m.:  The Cowboys boast one of the top passing offenses in football with one of the best wide receiver duos.

Ceedee Lamb and George Pickens look to make an impact in Sin City.

7:40 p.m.:  Ahead of Monday Night Football, ESPN aired a tribute for the late Marshawn Kneeland.

7:36 p.m.:  Kickoff is less than an hour away, and Dak Prescott and the Cowboys are looking for a huge win.

Dallas currently sits at 3-5-1 and sits outside the NFL playoff picture.

7:22 p.m.:  To keep up with Dallas' high-octane offense, Las Vegas is going to need its young pieces to show up.

Rookie running back Ashton Jeanty, tight end Brock Bowers and wide receiver Tre Tucker are just a few of the players that need to have big games.

7:11 p.m.:  The Cowboys have a new shiny toy: defensive tackle Quinnen Williams, who they acquired from the New York Jets on Nov. 4.

The 2022 First-Team All-Pro and three-time Pro-Bowler looks to bring juice to the Dallas defense, which ranks near the bottom in the NFL in all categories. 

6:50 p.m.:  Las Vegas has posted its inactives for tonight's contest.

6:42 p.m.:  Coming off the bye week, the Cowboys defense will have some reinforcements. Alongside new acquisitions Quinnen Williams and Logan Wilson, Dallas linebacker DeMarvion Overshown is making his season debut.

Overshown suffered a severe knee injury in Week 14 of the 2024 season (the opposite knee from a previous injury), tearing his ACL, MCL, and PCL. This required extensive surgery and recovery time.

6:35 p.m.:  Seven-time Super Bowl winner and Raiders minority owner Tom Brady is in the house for tonight's matchup.

Brady has been in attendance for a few Raiders games this year while also balancing his broadcasting schedule. 

6:31 p.m.:  The Kneeland tributes continue to pour in, with Cowboys' defensive line coach Aaron Whitecotton wearing his player's jersey upon arrival.

6:20 p.m.:  The Cowboys' opponent, the Raiders, are also paying their respects to Kneeland tonight. During warmups, Las Vegas players, coaches and staff are wearing shirts with "Call an audible" on the front and the suicide hotline number, 988, on the back.

6:13 p.m.:  Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott took a few minutes pregame to say some prayers for Kneeland, only a few hours before the Cowboys kick off in the first game since his passing.

5:36 p.m.:  The Cowboys are on site, and some of them are already repping Kneeland t-shirts. 

5:18 p.m.:  In honor of Kneeland, Dallas will be wearing custom-made t-shirts for warmups.

5:10 p.m.:  This is the first time the Cowboys will play without Marshawn Kneeland — who tragically took his life only a few days after the team's last game against the Cardinals — and the team will be playing with heavy hearts.

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Where to watch Cowboys vs. Raiders

Cowboys vs. Raiders start time

  • Date: Monday, Nov. 17
  • Start time: 8:15 p.m. ET

The Cowboys and Raiders will kick off Week 11's edition of "Monday Night Football" at 8:15 p.m. ET. This is the second straight game that Las Vegas is in primetime; for Dallas, it is its second time on "Monday Night Football" in three weeks.

What channel is Cowboys vs. Raiders on today?

  • Date: Monday, Nov. 17
  • TV: ABC, ESPN
  • Live stream: ESPN app

This 'Monday Night Football' matchup will air on ABC and ESPN. 

Fans can also stream 'Monday Night Football' on Fubo and the ESPN app. Fubo carries ESPN in its channel lineup, along with a variety of other channels, and is offering a free trial.

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Cowboys remaining 2025 schedule

DateOpponentTime (EST)
Mon, Nov 17at Raiders8:15 PM
Sun, Nov 23vs Eagles4:25 PM
Thu, Nov 27vs Chiefs4:30 PM
Thu, Dec 4at Lions8:15 PM
Sun, Dec 14vs Vikings8:20 PM
Sun, Dec 21vs Chargers1:00 PM
Thu, Dec 25at Commanders1:00 PM
Sun, Jan 4at GiantsTBD

Raiders remaining 2025 schedule

DateOpponentTime (EST)
Mon, Nov 17vs Cowboys8:15 PM
Sun, Nov 23vs Browns4:05 PM
Sun, Nov 30at Chargers4:25 PM
Sun, Dec 7vs Broncos4:05 PM
Sun, Dec 14at Eagles1:00 PM
Sun, Dec 21at Texans4:25 PM
Sun, Dec 28vs GiantsTBD
Sun, Jan 4vs ChiefsTBD

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