"How the Chargers can win: If Herbert has time, he should be able to dissect a suspect Cowboys secondary and relies heavily on zone coverage. That has led to a bunch of explosive plays. The Cowboys are vulnerable to the run, as well, and a balanced attack by the Chargers will take them a long way. Get another strong performance from the defense."
"How the Cowboys can win: Be aggressive and play to win, not to protect leads. That means outscoring the Chargers, not settling for field goals because Brandon Aubrey is such a weapon. It would help the Cowboys to take some risks and go for it on fourth down more frequently. They can put points on the board, but more often they move the ball well between the 20s. Even a small improvement on defense would help."
Jim Harbaugh's Chargers have continued to win despite numerous pivotal injuries and consecutive victories over Philadelphia and Kansas City. The Chargers face the Cowboys, who produced nearly 400 yards per game on offense but rank 29th in total defense and last against the pass. Dallas was eliminated from postseason contention in Week 15. The Chargers can clinch a playoff berth with a win plus an Indianapolis or Houston loss or tie. If Justin Herbert has time, a balanced attack exploiting Dallas' secondary and run vulnerability can create explosive plays. The Cowboys must be aggressive, convert fourth downs and score touchdowns instead of field goals.
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