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The Minnesota Vikings have been a tale of two teams during the 2025 NFL season, however, JJ McCarthy has the NFC North team in the playoff mix against all odds following their slow start. McCarthy and the Vikings came away with a much-needed victory Sunday night against the Dallas Cowboys to keep their slim playoff
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott shared his thoughts on the team's shortcomings and watching the NFL playoff hopes slip away.
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4 reasons why the Cowboys were embarrassed by the Vikings
The Cowboys had their backs against the wall, and losing would be detrimental to their playoff chances. Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores is known for his exotic blitzes and confusing the protection for opposing quarterbacks.
The Dallas Cowboys are on life support when it comes to their 2025 NFL playoff odds, and despite how impressive Dak Prescott and the offense has looked this season their defense has told an entirely different story.
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J.J. McCarthy and the Vikings win after being eliminated from playoffs before kickoff at Cowboys
The Minnesota Vikings have been eliminated from playoff contention before taking the field for their game at the Dallas Cowboys.
The Dallas Cowboys are essentially fighting to keep their 2025 season alive against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday night. In a closely contested game, the Cowboys are trailing 31-23 in the early stages of the fourth quarter.
Defensive tackle Quinnen Williams left Sunday’s game against Minnesota late in the fourth quarter. He attempted to make a stop with Dallas trailing by eight points. Williams spent a few moments on the turf before he walked to the locker room with trainers.