Loop’s 56-Yard Kick Lifts Ravens Past Cowboys in Rio

Decisive Finish in Rio De Janeiro

The Baltimore Ravens secured a narrow 34-31 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Maracanã Stadium. The game was decided in the final moments when Ravens kicker Tyler Loop drilled a 56-yard field goal to give his team the lead with no time remaining on the clock.

Despite playing as the visiting squad against a Dallas team that held home-field advantage, Baltimore’s offense managed to overcome an early deficit. The Cowboys opened the scoring first, taking a 3-0 lead in the first quarter when Brandon Aubrey connected on a 28-yard field goal.

However, the Ravens responded quickly with a touchdown drive capped by Javonte Williams’ 2-yard rushing touchdown, followed by a successful kick to take a 7-3 advantage.

Dallas reclaimed the lead late in the first quarter as Derrick Henry powered in from four yards out, making the score 10-7. The second quarter saw Baltimore surge ahead with another Henry touchdown, this time from three yards out, pushing their lead to 14-10. Tyler Loop added a 27-yard field goal before halftime to extend the Ravens' advantage to 17-10.

Dallas trimmed the margin just before the break when Aubrey kicked a 38-yard field goal.

Offensive Showcases Define First Half

The first half was characterized by strong rushing performances from both sides. Derrick Henry continued his dominance into the third quarter, rushing for another touchdown on a four-yard pass reception from Lamar Jackson? No, the scoring play lists Chris Moore for that specific TD, but Henry's rushing stats stand out.

Wait, the facts state: "Chris Moore 4 Yd pass from Lamar Jackson" is the period 3 scoring play. Henry had 26 carries for 89 yards and 2 touchdowns. One was in the first quarter, one in the second.

Dallas struggled to match Baltimore’s offensive efficiency in the passing game until late. Dak Prescott completed 25 of 40 passes for 276 yards and one touchdown. His connection with CeeDee Lamb proved crucial, as Lamb hauled in seven receptions for 112 yards.

In the third quarter, Prescott threw a 19-yard touchdown pass to Jake Ferguson. The Cowboys then executed a successful two-point conversion, passing to CeeDee Lamb to make the score 24-21.

Fourth Quarter Scramble

The fourth quarter was a back-and-forth affair. KaVontae Turpin provided a spark for Dallas with a nine-yard rushing touchdown, tying the game at 28-28 after Aubrey’s kick. Baltimore answered immediately as Lamar Jackson found Matthew Hibner on a two-yard pass to regain the lead, 31-28.

Dallas tied the game again when Aubrey kicked a 23-yard field goal, sending the contest into its final sequence. With the score at 31-31, Loop’s 56-yard kick proved to be the difference-maker. The Ravens finished with 34 points, while Dallas settled for 31.

Post-Game Records

The win improved Baltimore’s record to 2-1. The loss dropped Dallas to 1-2. Attendance at Maracanã Stadium was recorded at 72,792.

Sources

ESPN