1981 NFC Divisional Playoff vs Vikings
Giants clinch first playoff berth in 17 seasons with overtime win over Cowboys.
The Cowboys–Giants rivalry is a National Football League (NFL) rivalry between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants.
Quick Facts
- Significance
- First playoff victory for the Giants since the 1958 NFL Championship Game
Lore & Background
The Giants defeated the Cowboys 13–10 in overtime on a frigid Saturday afternoon in Giants Stadium to clinch the Giants' first playoff berth in 17 seasons. Joe Danelo kicked the winning field goal in overtime after missing a potential game-winner earlier in the extra period.
Reader's Guide
The Giants' first playoff berth in 17 seasons came with this overtime win.
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