"Granted, Thursday's loss to the Lions didn't help. But the Cowboys could still get to 10 wins in the regular season, which gives them a reasonable shot at qualifying for the tournament. Playing Detroit on the road was arguably the toughest game left on Dallas' schedule. If they can do their part and win the next four, what happens throughout the rest of the NFC will decide their fate."
"Monday night's game would be a huge help if Los Angeles can keep Philly crying. The 8-4 Chargers are working on their own playoff spot, so they should prove solid competition. If the Eagles lose their third straight, it could lead to a major implosion. Dallas catching them in the division is still the clearest path to the postseason, so we need this one badly."
The Cowboys sit at 6-6-1 with a path to the playoffs if they reach 10 regular-season wins and other NFC results align. A loss to the Lions made the road harder, but winning the next four games would create a realistic chance for a wild card or NFC East title. The 49ers and Panthers are on bye, so they offer no immediate help. Monday night's Chargers-Eagles game is crucial; a Charger win would further strain Philadelphia and aid Dallas's division chase. Several NFC teams hold superior records, so Dallas needs multiple favorable outcomes.
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