ARLINGTON, Texas -- The Dallas Cowboys' defense served as a slump buster of sorts for Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy in a 34-26 upset victory that all but eliminated Dallas from postseason contention. Skol chants ringing throughout AT&T Stadium served to mark the death of the Cowboys' 2025 playoff hopes.

The Dallas Cowboys host the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 16, with the opening odds showing rare faith in America's Team as their NFL playoff hopes dwindle.

After suffering a pair of head injuries against the Vikings, Cowboys defensive tackle Quinnen Williams is now in concussion protocol.

The Minnesota Vikings have been a tale of two teams during the 2025 NFL season, however, JJ McCarthy has the NFC North team in the playoff mix against all odds following their slow start. McCarthy and the Vikings came away with a much-needed victory Sunday night against the Dallas Cowboys to keep their slim playoff

The Dallas Cowboys and injured cornerback Trevon Diggs are not in agreement over whether he's healthy enough to take the field.

Eberflus is Dallas' third defensive coordinator in three seasons and after the performance vs. the Vikings, there could be a fourth.

Diggs and Prescott felt for their former teammate while Jones, on the heels of a season-breaking loss, declined to address Parsons' injury.