Unable to capitalize on good field position, and a first half interception the 49ers offense made some adjustments at half time, and began to turn things around. The biggest change came in the way the offensive line finally began to protect Jeff Garcia. The added protection allowed Garcia to throw for three touchdowns on the day, going 36/55, being nearly flawless with the game on the line.

The running game was nothing to write home about. While the Cowboys have one of the best rush defenses in the league, the injury to Garrison Hearst was what really hurt the 49ers. Paul Smith stepped in and did an admirable job protecting the football and acting as a key receiver out of the backfield on two consecutive plays.

The receiving core stepped up its production. Owens accounted for 123 yards via his 12 receptions, and scored two touchdowns. Tai Streets made a long TD grab too, as he caught 6 passes for 36 yards. Eric Johnson stepped back into the offense catching 8 passes for sixty yards. It was one of the best all around performances from this group in recent games.