Parsons' 8 1/2th Sack Exploits Zavala's Vulnerability, Pushes Panthers Out of Field Goal Range, Game 0-0 with 8:19 Left in First Quarter

The game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Carolina Panthers remained scoreless, 0-0, with 8:19 left in the first quarter. Micah Parsons of the Cowboys made a significant impact, sacking Panthers' quarterback Bryce Young on third down during the Panthers' first series. The sack resulted in a 9-yard loss, pushing the Panthers out of field goal range, and marked Parsons' 8 1/2th sack of the season. The Panthers' rookie left guard, Chandler Zavala, was exploited by Parsons, highlighting the Panthers' struggle at the left guard position.