Cowboys Ground Eagles, Take First Place in NFC East

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Published: November 9, 2009

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... to quiet those demons and the Philadelphia fans, as they beat the Eagles 20-16 to take sole possession of first place in the NFC East.

Tony Romo had another stellar game, going 21-of-34 for 307 yards and one TD.

Romo did throw an interception, ending his three game streak of not throwing a pick, but didn't let the interception affect his play. Romo was able to find some chemistry with receiver Roy Williams, and he also hit Miles Austin for the game winner.

Romo targeted Williams seven times, and they hooked up five times for 75 yards. Patrick Crayton had a 64-yard reception that set up a field goal, and with eight minutes left Romo hit Austin for a 49-yard TD pass to make the score 20-13.

The Eagles made a 52-yard field goal on their next drive but never saw the ball again.

The Cowboys' running game wasn't great, but it was effective, as Marion Barber had 50 yards on 12 carries. Tashard Choice ran three times out of the wildcat formation for 13 y...

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