2026 Week 5 rooting guide for Cowboys fans
Do you think the Cowboys will get any help this week?
For Cowboys fans still looking for football on Sunday, here's a rooting guide to help shape the team's 2026 prospects. With the Cowboys currently 2-3, securing wins against their NFC East rivals is crucial. Start with the Eagles-Jaguars game in London, where the Jaguars' familiarity with transatlantic travel could give them an edge over the Eagles' Jalen Hurts.
Next, watch the Commanders take on the Giants, hoping for a loss from the latter to benefit Washington. A tied record of 2-3 for Dallas, Philadelphia, and Washington would significantly improve the Cowboys' position in the NFC East. In the NFC vs. NFC games, favor the Packers over the Bears and the Vikings over the Saints to keep NFC contenders in contention for Wild Card spots.
In the NFC vs. AFC matchups, Atlanta and Los Angeles are close to .500, and the Colts and Raiders are also 2-2, making them easy picks against Dallas' NFC rivals. These results could help Dallas secure a favorable position in the playoff race.
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