Overview
- The matchup carries direct playoff ramifications, with Minnesota out with a loss and potentially eliminated earlier depending on Bears or Lions results.
- Dallas’ postseason path effectively requires a division title, and a win could position the Cowboys within striking distance of the Eagles depending on Philadelphia’s result.
- DraftKings lists the spread at Cowboys -5.5 with a 47.5 total, as expert picks split between a narrow Dallas win and Minnesota covering with the under.
- CBS Sports’ Pete Prisco forecasts Dallas 24-21, USA TODAY’s panel largely leans Cowboys -6, and ClutchPoints backs Vikings +5.5 and under 47.5.
- Key availability questions remain, including Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb listed as questionable with a concussion, while matchup analysis highlights Dallas’ vulnerable pass defense against J.J. McCarthy.