Here's what I think would be great for our playoff hopes:

by Baked Potato Soup on Dec 9, 2008 12:54 AM CST

Obviously, the best case is if the Cowboys win out. The next simplest route is an ATL loss this weekend, which means that if we beat NYG and Philly, we are in. If Dallas beats those 2 teams and Atlanta loses any of their last 3 games, we have the tie breaker over every other team that can finish 10-6.

Teams that appear to still be in it, and realistic scenarios to get them out:

Redskins: they are in trouble due to injuries; ideally would lose 1 of last 3, but beat Philly. That is a tough scenario because they also play Cincy and the Niners, and the SF game would be week 17 with a playoff spot on the line. If they do lose to Philly, that basically puts them out.

Philly: Lose at least 1 of the next 2, which will probably have to be the Redskins. That's another tough scenario, as I don't see CLE beating them, and WAS is too banged up.

Bears: Lose to either NO or GB.

TB: I would like to see them win out to put pressure on Carolina to play tough against NO in week 17, and also to bump the Falcons down.

ATL: Need to lose 1 of their last 3, with TB and MIN on the the schedule.

NO: Need to lose to either CHI or CAR

MIN: If they finish 10-6, they win their division. Next to Dallas, they might have the toughest schedule, with Arizona, Atlanta, and the Giants. If they lose 2 or more, they are pretty much out, unless they still win their division.

Actually, the toughest part appears to be Dallas beating NYG and Baltimore, as well as Philly losing in the next 2 weeks. If that all happens though, Dallas is in win or lose against Philly. If Philly doesn't lose, we need to beat them too.

I know it stinks, but it looks like the Philly game is going to be a must win.

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Nice write up

But I think were going to have to win out to make it this year

by aussie_cowboy on Dec 9, 2008 1:02 AM CST reply actions

Yeah. Gotta win out for sure.

As long as Tampa or ATL loses another game (and they play eachother) We’re good.

Gotta win out.

I hope we draw Minnesota.

Channeling my inner Pacman.

by Carl Shelton (GloryDayz88) on Dec 9, 2008 7:10 AM CST reply actions

If this team can't win out

they don’t deserve to make the playoffs and probably wouldn’t win anyway. No more talk about could’ve, would’ve, should’ve. Despite all the injuries, bad games and bad luck, this team is in the driver’s seat with three games left and if they want to end all the smack talking the MSM does about them, win now.

by Billito on Dec 9, 2008 8:39 AM CST reply actions

To be honest with you

I don’t care what the other teams do at this point. Dallas is in control of their own destiny now and so I just want this team to win out. If they back into the playoffs at 10-6 there just looking at a one and done scenario in the post season; which for me is just as bad as not making it at all.

I want see them head into the post season on a roll with an impressive 3 game win streak.

by gee-roj on Dec 9, 2008 9:46 AM CST reply actions

+1000

Backing in would be the best case scenario a Drew Bledsoe-led team. This team is supposed to have higher aspirations.

by MadMick on Dec 9, 2008 1:25 PM CST up reply actions

The most important thing

Dallas must beat the Ravens.

by archon095 on Dec 9, 2008 10:07 AM CST reply actions

Not to be argumentative.

But I think that’s the least important game, as far as getting into the playoffs. It could all change by next week, but if ATL and WAS win out, Dallas can lose to Baltimore, but still get in with a win over NYG and PHI. If they lose to one of those teams, ATL and WAS get in.

The most important tie breakers right now are division record against the Skins and Eagles, and conference record against everyone else. Dallas currently has all of those tie breakers, but gives them up if they lose to either NYG or PHI and any of the other teams win out.

by Baked Potato Soup on Dec 9, 2008 11:31 AM CST up reply actions