Cowboys vs. 49ers: Upcoming Game Info & Rivalry History

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Are the Dallas Cowboys and the San Francisco 49ers Rivals?

Yes, as two of the most distinguished and decorated franchises in the National Football League, the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers are fiercely competitive rivals. Between the two teams, the Dallas Cowboys and the San Francisco 49ers have a combined 10 Super Bowl titles and 15 NFC Championships.

Who are the Dallas Cowboys’ Biggest Rivals?

The Dallas Cowboys are known for having several rivals within the National Football League. They have three rivals within the NFC East that they play every year: the Washington Commanders, the New York Giants and the Philadelphia Eagles. Outside of their division, the Cowboys also have rivalries with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the San Francisco 49ers and the Green Bay Packers, due to the success of all four franchises that have led to many regular and postseason games. The Cowboys also have a rivalry with the Los Angeles Rams that dates back to the 1970s.

Who are the San Francisco 49ers’ Biggest Rivals?

Due to their decorated success within the NFL, the San Francisco 49ers also have numerous rivalries within the NFL. Chief among them are their rivals within the NFC West and teams that they play every year: the Seattle Seahawks, the Los Angeles Rams and the Arizona Cardinals. The 49ers also have a geographically based rivalry with the Las Vegas Raiders. Finally, the 49ers have historic rivalries with the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants that date back to the 1970s.

Dallas Cowboys vs. San Francisco 49ers History

Because the Cowboys and 49ers do not play in the same division within the NFC, their interdivisional rivalry means they play once every three years in the regular season per the NFL’s rotating schedule. Through the 2022–2023 season though, the Cowboys and 49ers have played 39 times total, with a dead even split at 19–19–1. In the postseason, however, the Cowboys hold a narrow edge, winning five times in nine contests.

The 49ers have had their success too, however, winning the most recent matchup — the 2023 Division Playoff game — 19–12, extending their streak to two consecutive wins over the Cowboys. The rivalry between the Cowboys and 49ers dates all the way back to 1960, when the two teams played on November 20, a game the 49ers won 26–14. The Cowboys would go on to exact their revenge on the 49ers, stacking playoff wins in 1970,1971 and 1972 over the 49ers: two games were in the NFC Championship and one in the Divisional Round.

The two franchises met again in the 1981 NFC Championship game in San Francisco, one of the most famous games in NFL history where Dwight Clark caught the game-winning touchdown pass from Joe Montana to eliminate the Cowboys. The play is now commonly referred to by NFL fans as “The Catch.”

The flames of the rivalry were stoked again between 1992–1994 when the Cowboys and 49ers played each other in three consecutive NFC Championship games, where the winner would ultimately go on to claim the Super Bowl title. Dallas got the best of San Francisco in 1992 and 1993, but the 49ers got revenge in 1994.

Where Do the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers Play?

Referred to as “Jerry World”, after its owner Jerry Jones, the home of the Dallas Cowboys is AT&T Stadium. Situated in Arlington, Texas, just outside of Dallas, AT&T Stadium is one of the most luxurious and costly stadiums in the world. Built in May 2009, it cost a staggering $1.3 billion to construct. In addition to serving as the home of the Dallas Cowboys, AT&T Stadium has hosted a variety of sporting events, such as the 2010 NBA All-Star Weekend and the 2015 College Football Playoff National Championship, and is set to host games during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers play at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, roughly 40 miles from downtown San Francisco. Construction on Levi’s Stadium broke ground in April 2012 and was completed roughly two years later in July 2014, costing an estimated $1.3 billion. When the 49ers were looking for a new stadium, proposals were originally submitted to tear down and rebuild on the site of Candlestick Park in downtown San Francisco; however, negotiations fell through in 2006 and the franchise was forced to pick a site further south. Levi’s Stadium has played host to several events across sports, including the Pac-12 Football Championship Game from 2014–2019, the 2019 College Football Playoff National Championship, and Super Bowl 50 in 2016. The stadium has also been slated to host games during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Other NFL Rivalries

AFCNFC
Bengals vs. RavensBears vs. Cardinals
Browns vs. RavensCardinals vs. Rams
Ravens vs. Steelers49ers vs. Cardinals
Bills vs. ChiefsCardinals vs. Seahawks
Bills vs. DolphinsFalcons vs. Panthers
Bills vs. PatriotsFalcons vs. Saints
Bills vs. JetsFalcons vs. Buccaneers
Bengals vs. BrownsPanthers vs. Saints
Bengals vs. ChiefsBuccaneers vs. Panthers
Bengals vs. SteelersBears vs. Lions
Browns vs. SteelersBears vs. Packers
Broncos vs. ChiefsBears vs. Vikings
Broncos vs. RaidersCowboys vs. Packers
Broncos vs. ChargersCowboys vs. Rams
Colts vs. TexansCowboys vs. Giants
Jaguars vs. TexansCowboys vs. Eagles
Colts vs. JaguarsCowboys vs. 49ers
Chiefs vs. RaidersLions vs. Packers
Chargers vs. RaidersLions vs. Vikings
Chargers vs. ChiefsVikings vs. Packers
Dolphins vs. Patriots49ers vs. Rams
Dolphins vs. JetsSaints vs. Vikings
Jets vs. PatriotsBuccaneers vs. Saints
Titans vs. RavensGiants vs. Eagles
Texans vs. TitansRams vs. Seahawks
Colts vs. TitansSeahawks vs. 49ers
Jaguars vs. TitansCommanders vs. Cowboys
Titans vs. SteelersCommanders vs. Giants
Commanders vs. Eagles

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