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 34-26 defeat was the second-straight loss for Dallas after a three-game winning streak put them over .500.

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

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones doesn't think there's much doubt as to whether the team has underperformed on the field.

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

Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Quinnen Williams (92) intercepts a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, in Arlington.

Diggs continues to feel healthy enough to play, but the Cowboys disagree with the cornerback's assessment of his own health.

That didn’t stop quarterback J.J. McCarthy from putting together the best game of his career while leading the Vikings to a 34-26 win over the Dallas Cowboys. He completed 15 of 24 passes for 250 yards and a pair of touchdowns through the air while adding another touchdown on the ground.