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NFL Introduces Overtime Rule; Giants Fall to Cowboys

10/1/2025

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Story summary

In 2025, the National Football League (NFL) adopted an overtime format guaranteeing a possession for each team.
A team can win by consuming full 10 minutes.
The season-opening overtime game pitted the New York Giants against the Dallas Cowboys; Dallas won on a field goal.
Jerry Jones cited scheduling as a reason for the tie rule; fans want change.

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Story summary

In 2025, the National Football League (NFL) adopted an overtime format guaranteeing a possession for each team.
A team can win by consuming full 10 minutes.
The season-opening overtime game pitted the New York Giants against the Dallas Cowboys; Dallas won on a field goal.
Jerry Jones cited scheduling as a reason for the tie rule; fans want change.