Dallas Cowboys Rally as Eagles Stumble in NFC East Showdown
The tide is turning in the NFC East as the Dallas Cowboys find their groove with three straight victories, while the Philadelphia Eagles are struggling, having suffered back-to-back defeats. In a dramatic turn of events during Week 12, the Cowboys staged a remarkable comeback, overcoming a daunting 21-0 deficit to secure a thrilling 24-21 win against the Eagles. The following Friday, Philadelphia faced further disappointment, falling to the Chicago Bears by a score of 24-15.
Eagles’ Recent Struggles
With their latest loss, the Eagles now hold a record of 8-4, a slight cushion of just 1.5 games ahead of the Cowboys, who have improved to 6-5-1. This setback not only impacts their standing but also means Philadelphia has lost the crucial head-to-head tiebreaker against Dallas. The Cowboys’ recent form has been buoyed by their division record, where they currently stand at 3-1, contrasting sharply with the Eagles’ 2-2 mark in the NFC East.
Looking Ahead: Schedules Favor the Cowboys
As the final stretch of the season approaches, examining the remaining schedules for both teams reveals a potential edge for the Cowboys. Their upcoming matchups include:
Detroit Lions
Los Angeles Chargers
New York Giants
Minnesota Vikings
Washington Commanders
In contrast, the Eagles will face:
Los Angeles Chargers
Buffalo Bills
Washington Commanders (twice)
Las Vegas Raiders
With the Cowboys showing resurgence, the path forward appears favorable for them. Should they continue their winning streak, the prospect of clinching the division title becomes increasingly realistic, especially considering their recent form and the Eagles’ struggles.
As the playoff picture begins to take shape, the NFC East race has tightened significantly, setting the stage for an exhilarating conclusion to the season.
