Jets vs Cowboys: How to Watch, Storylines, Injuries, Standings & Outlook

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The Dallas Cowboys will make their way to East Rutherford in Week 5 for a Sunday afternoon matchup against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. It’s a game filled with intriguing narratives, contrasting trajectories, and a bit of historical déjà vu. For Dak Prescott, the trip to MetLife brings back memories — both good and bad — and for the Jets, it’s another chance to finally find their footing under first-year head coach Aaron Glenn.

Let’s break down everything you need to know ahead of kickoff: how to watch, injury updates, storylines, team standings, and what’s at stake for both franchises.

Game Info

• Matchup: Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Jets
• Game Day: Sunday, October 5, 2025
• Kickoff Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
• Location: East Rutherford, New Jersey
• Stadium: MetLife Stadium
• TV Channel: FOX (WDBD – Jackson, MS)

How to Watch the Game

For fans planning to tune in, the Cowboys vs Jets game will be widely available across television, streaming platforms, and radio broadcasts. Here’s the complete breakdown:

TV Broadcast

• FOX: National broadcast of Jets vs Cowboys (check local FOX affiliate listings).
• NFL Network / NFL RedZone: Highlights, commentary, and supplemental national coverage.

Streaming Options

For cord-cutters and fans outside the U.S., streaming remains the best option.

• NFL+ – Live local and primetime games on mobile/tablet + replays.
• Paramount+ – Streams CBS games during the season.
• FOX Sports / CBS Sports Apps – Live streams with a cable or satellite login.
• NBC Sports & ESPN Apps – Coverage of primetime matchups.
• YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, FuboTV – Cord-cutting options offering FOX.
• NFL Sunday Ticket (YouTube & YouTube TV) – Watch every out-of-market Sunday game.
• NFL Game Pass International – The go-to for fans outside the U.S., with live and on-demand viewing.

Radio & Mobile Listening

• SiriusXM: Channel 386 offers Jets coverage.
• Westwood One: National primetime and playoff game audio.
• Local Radio (NY): Q104.3 FM carries Jets games.
• Jets Official App & NYJets.com: English and Spanish broadcasts (restrictions apply).
• iHeartRadio App: Stream Jets radio on mobile.

For Cowboys fans, local Dallas affiliates and SiriusXM provide parallel coverage.

Key Injuries

No NFL matchup is complete without the injury report, and this game features major names on both sides battling health concerns.

New York Jets

The most significant blow is to Braelon Allen, who landed on injured reserve following a knee injury against Miami. The Jets signed Khalil Herbert to bolster the backfield, but integrating him quickly will be a challenge.

Dallas Cowboys

The Cowboys’ injury list reads like a starter sheet. Losing CeeDee Lamb strips Prescott of his top receiving weapon, while Malik Hooker’s absence weakens the secondary. The availability of Miles Sanders and Tyler Guyton will also have major implications on both offense and protection.

Current Standings

The Cowboys sit in striking distance in the NFC East, trailing the division-leading Philadelphia Eagles. Meanwhile, the Jets remain winless, sitting in the AFC East basement behind Buffalo, Miami, and New England.

Week 5 Outlook

Dallas Cowboys: Depth Will Be Tested

The Cowboys are favored, but their margin for error is slim with so many stars sidelined. Without CeeDee Lamb, Dak Prescott must elevate secondary receivers and lean on a run game that may or may not feature Miles Sanders at full strength. Protection will also be a concern if Tyler Guyton remains out with a concussion.

Defensively, Dallas has the talent to dominate, but Malik Hooker’s absence at safety puts more pressure on cornerbacks Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland. Against an offense struggling for rhythm, this is still a matchup the Cowboys should control.

New York Jets: Desperate Times

For the Jets, desperation defines Week 5. Starting 0-4 under new leadership was never the plan, and the schedule only gets tougher. The offense has lacked identity, especially in the running game, and the addition of Khalil Herbert may not immediately solve the problem.

Defensively, the Jets have shown grit but not consistency. Michael Carter II’s concussion status leaves the secondary vulnerable, and Jermaine Johnson’s ankle injury weakens the pass rush. If the Jets are to upset Dallas, turnovers and field position will have to swing heavily in their favor.

Why This Game Matters

The Jets and Cowboys both bring huge fanbases and exciting rosters to the field. For New York, the challenge will be overcoming Dallas’ relentless defense, while the Cowboys will try to establish control early with their offensive firepower. With playoff implications and bragging rights on the line, this game is one not to miss.

• For Dallas: Avoiding another historic slip at MetLife is crucial. Dropping a game to an 0-4 opponent could haunt their playoff seeding later in the season. Prescott knows the stakes — and remembers the sting of 2019.
• For New York: A victory would not only end a losing streak but serve as the first major signature win of the Aaron Glenn era. Against a short-handed Dallas roster, this is as good an opportunity as the Jets may see in weeks.

Bottom Line

The Cowboys come in favored, but history has shown that the Jets have a knack for playing spoiler at MetLife when no one expects it. Dak Prescott wants redemption, and Dallas will lean on its defense to carry the day. The Jets, meanwhile, will fight to avoid the label of being the league’s only winless team.

Expect a scrappy game defined by injuries, adjustments, and determination. If the Cowboys can execute, they’ll leave New Jersey with a 4-1 record and momentum intact. But if the Jets can channel the spirit of 2019, fans may once again witness an upset that shifts the narrative of both seasons.