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NFL: Dallas 21, Carolina 7

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Published: Sept. 29, 2009 at 12:00 AM

ARLINGTON, Texas, Sept. 28 (UPI) -- Terence Newman scored on an interception return late in the fourth quarter Monday to lock up the Dallas Cowboys' 21-7 victory over Carolina.

The Cowboys scored 21 unanswered points in their first win at their new stadium. With Marion Barber out with a left quadriceps strain, Felix Jones and Tashard Choice took over at running back after a scoreless first half. Jones gained 94 yards on eight carries before leaving with a knee injury and Choice ran for 118 yards and a touchdown for the Cowboys (2-1).

Tony Romo had 255 yards on 22-of-33 passes for the Cowboys.

Jake Delhomme continued his struggles for the winless Panthers (0-3), with two interceptions, a touchdown and 220 yards on 22-of-33 completions.

DeAngelo Williams rushed for 64 yards on 11 carries.

Topics: Felix Jones, Marion Barber, Terence Newman
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