Frisco, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys have experienced a level of success in the past three regular seasons that rivals their Super Bowl dynasty years in the 1990s. Under head coach Mike McCarthy, the Cowboys have achieved at least 12 wins for three consecutive seasons, a feat that hasn’t been seen since their dominant run from 1992 to 1995 when they secured three Super Bowl victories in four years.
McCarthy is the first Cowboys head coach to accomplish this milestone, surpassing the likes of Hall of Famer Jimmy Johnson and Barry Switzer. With their title as NFC East division champions and the NFC’s No. 2 seed, the Cowboys will have the advantage of hosting at least the first two rounds of the playoffs at their home stadium, AT&T Stadium.
In an intriguing wild card round playoff match-up, the Cowboys will face the Green Bay Packers, a team that has historically posed a challenge for Dallas. Since 2009, the Packers have won nine out of the last ten meetings between the two teams. The Cowboys’ painful memories include the infamous “Dez Caught It” game, as well as a buzzer-beating victory by the Packers.
While the departure of Aaron Rodgers may seem advantageous for the Cowboys, his successor, Jordan Love, has been performing well in his rookie season. Love has thrown 32 touchdowns, four more than Rodgers did in his first season as a starter. This sets the stage for an exciting showdown between two quarterbacks who have displayed exceptional passing skills.
Although the Cowboys have often fallen short in the playoffs, this year’s team holds hope for a different outcome. The defensive unit, led by coordinator Dan Quinn, has shown resilience despite significant injuries to key players. The Cowboys’ defense finished the season ranked fifth in both scoring and total defense.
A crucial factor in the Cowboys’ success has been the connection between quarterback Dak Prescott and receiver CeeDee Lamb. Both players have dedicated extensive time and effort in honing their chemistry, resulting in impressive numbers. Prescott leads the league in passing touchdowns, while Lamb broke team records for catches and receiving yards.
The Cowboys’ undefeated home record and their status as the highest-scoring offense in the league adds further confidence to their playoff aspirations. With a dominant pass rush and a formidable offense, the Cowboys have the advantage in multiple areas heading into their matchup against the Packers.
The stage is set for an exciting playoff game between two storied franchises. The Cowboys’ recent regular-season success, their strong defense, the connection between Prescott and Lamb, and their formidable home-field advantage give them a solid chance to finally break their playoff drought and secure a victory against the Packers.