Back-to-back losses has the fan base preparing for a wild card weekend away from AT&T Stadium where the Cowboys have enjoyed a massive home-field advantage. The first step in playing host during at least a portion of the playoffs starts with defeating a team whose recent success makes them easy to root for. Find out where the next Cowboys opponent ranks on the latest power rankings.
A look at individiual performances in the loss to the Dolphins reveals which Dallas players were a gift against Miami or a lump of coal. Speaking of unwanted gifts, the explanation Cowboys All Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons received this holiday had him feeling like the Grinch.
Winning on both sides of the line of scrimmage will be the key to beating a motivated Lions team in Week 17. Will Dallas have their starting offensive line against Detroit or will the Cowboys be shorthanded? All that and more in this edition of Cowboys News and Notes.