Overview
- Dallas could reach the playoffs only by winning out while Philadelphia lost its final three games, a scenario ended by the Eagles' Week 16 result.
- There was no wild-card path left for the Cowboys in the NFC, according to The Sporting News.
- Consecutive losses to the Lions and Vikings had narrowed Dallas's hopes to the division title alone.
- Blogging The Boys reported the Cowboys were eliminated after the Eagles beat the Commanders on Saturday night.
- Dallas entered Week 16 at 6-7-1 after an inconsistent season that included a coaching change and high-profile roster moves.