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Camden Brown's Twin Touchdowns Power Cowboys Past Seahawks 17-7

Camden Brown caught two touchdowns as the Dallas Cowboys defeated the Seattle Seahawks 17-7 at Lumen Field on Sunday. Joe Milton III completed 12 of 15 passes for 107 yards in the victory.

Coralie Oakley

August 16, 20262 min read

Football Victory - illustration, Jake Team LLC
Football Victory - illustration, Jake Team LLC
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Dallas Cowboys17
Seattle Seahawks7

August 16, 2026

Brown Delivers in Second Quarter

Camden Brown emerged as the decisive factor for the visiting Dallas Cowboys, recording two touchdown receptions to help secure a 17-7 victory over the Seattle Seahawks. The win improved Dallas to a 1-0 start to the season, while the host Seahawks fell to 0-1. The matchup took place on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington, drawing a crowd of 68,474 fans.

Brown’s performance was critical in shifting the momentum during the second half of the first half, setting the stage for the Cowboys to take a lead they would not relinquish.

Seahawks Strike First, Cowboys Respond

The game began with the home team establishing an early lead. In the first quarter, Seattle quarterback Drew Lock connected with Montorie Foster Jr. for a five-yard touchdown pass, followed successfully by Jason Myers’ extra point. This play gave the Seahawks a 7-0 advantage.

The Cowboys responded in the second quarter when Brandon Aubrey drilled a 29-yard field goal, narrowing the deficit to 7-3. Shortly after, the offense re-engaged with Brown. Lock was not involved in this play; instead, Sam Howell threw a 39-yard touchdown pass to Brown.

Brandon Aubrey added the extra point, bringing the score to 10-7 in favor of Dallas before the halftime break. The quarter scores reflected this shift: Dallas 10, Seattle 7.

Third Quarter Seals the Outcome

The decisive moment arrived early in the third quarter. Joe Milton III, who had entered the game, found Camden Brown on a two-yard touchdown pass. Aubrey’s kick extended the Cowboys’ lead to 17-7.

Seattle was unable to answer the rest of the way. The final quarter scores were 0-0 for both teams, preserving the margin established in the third period. The Cowboys’ defense managed to contain the Seahawks’ offense in the final two quarters, ensuring the lead held firm through the final whistle.

Statistical Highlights

The box score reflected a balanced effort from the Cowboys’ offense. Joe Milton III completed 12 of 15 passes for 107 yards and one touchdown. On the ground, Malik Davis carried the ball seven times for 39 yards.

Camden Brown led the receiving corps with three catches for 62 yards and two touchdowns. For Seattle, Drew Lock completed 9 of 13 passes for 40 yards and one touchdown. George Holani led the Seahawks’ rushing attack with 12 carries for 42 yards.

Montorie Foster Jr. hauled in five passes for 36 yards and one touchdown. The Cowboys’ efficient execution in the second and third quarters proved sufficient to overcome the Seahawks’ early lead and claim the win.

Sources

https://www.espn.com/nfl/game/_/gameId/401873279

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Coralie Oakley

Coralie Oakley covers Denton high school and area college sports.

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