The Cowboys wrapped up their 2028 preseason schedule with an emphatic 43-3 home victory over the Dolphins in Week 4, showcasing a comprehensive team effort highlighted by efficiency and defensive dominance. Head Coach Walter Bullock’s squad posted a near-flawless performance on both sides of the ball, cementing promising trends heading into the regular season.

From the outset, Dallas imposed its will. The Dolphins struck first with a 28-yard field goal by Alex Albert in the first quarter, but the Cowboys quickly took control. Dallas' defense delivered early, intercepting a pass from Miami’s Michael Turner and recovering a critical fumble deep in Dolphins territory in the second quarter. These turnovers converted into five touchdowns by the Cowboys, including multiple scores by running back Robert Newhouse, who was the standout performer.

Newhouse rushed 41 times for 118 yards and added 34 receiving yards, scoring two receiving touchdowns to total four. His steady production was complemented by Kenneth Graham’s 50 rushing yards and a touchdown run, while Albert Almaraz contributed both receiving yards (57) and a rushing touchdown—a testament to Bullock’s diversified offensive approach. Quarterback Michael Turner was efficient, completing 22 of 36 passes for 253 yards and two touchdowns despite one interception.

The Cowboys’ offense amassed 253 passing yards and 191 rushing yards, a balanced attack that overwhelmed the Dolphins defense, which managed only 140 passing yards and 59 rushing yards. Notably, no team converted a third down during the game due to the efficient drives and quick scoring by the Cowboys.

Defensively, the Cowboys were relentless, registering 5 sacks and forcing a fumble recovered by the team. Angel Hindman was the highlight, notching 5 sacks and forcing a fumble, clearly disrupting Miami’s offensive rhythm. The defense also contributed an interception, further stifling Miami’s offensive attempts led by Miguel Jeter, who threw for just 77 yards and two interceptions.

Special teams quietly contributed as well, with punter Percy Johnson consistently pinning the Dolphins deep, frequently setting the defense up for success. The Cowboys’ disciplined play was evident with only 2 penalties for 11 yards, starkly contrasting the Dolphins’ 3 penalties totaling 40 yards.

The scoreline reflected the Cowboys' dominance, but the efficiency numbers tell the bigger story—a team playing complementary football across all units. Dallas converted every red-zone opportunity into points, scoring on every clear chance, though neither team actually recorded a red-zone visit officially.

In summary, Walter Bullock’s Cowboys executed a preseason finale filled with evidence of a well-prepared and balanced squad. The defense’s pressure and the offense’s variety of scoring threats underline a team peaking at the right time before the regular season. If these trends continue, Dallas looks ready to compete at a high level in 2028.