At the start of the season, the Cowboys offense was predicted to be the class of the NFL. After 14 weeks, there are suddenly more questions than answers. Among them, what has caused quarterback Dak Prescott’s significant slump? Or is it a slump at all? Have injuries along the offensive line finally caught up with Tyron Smith? Can running back Tony Pollard overcome his plantar fascia tear enough to go this Sunday? And how long can the surging defense keep bailing out their offensive mates?
Despite all that uncertainty, Dallas can mathematically lock up a postseason berth this weekend, although much of the playoff picture remains murky. This week’s opponent may be without their starting quarterback, Cowboys fans have learned a lot about their team with the win over Washington, and the Micah Parsons Show is still dazzling audiences. The latest COVID explosion has close contact with the Cowboys’ roster, fans can feel like they’re part of the pregame hype, and we’re looking ahead to perhaps another defensive superstar on draft day. That’s all on tap in News and Notes.