This Elimination Options page presents sets of game outcomes ("cases") that result in the Cowboys losing certain playoff spots. A total of 16 games from week 16 were considered. The list may not contain all possible combinations. When a given set of games eliminates multiple playoff spots the case is listed in the lowest playoff spot only.
The Cowboys cannot win this spot
The Cowboys cannot win this spot
No elimination cases were found for this spot
Case 1
Cowboys lose to the Chargers
Case 2
Eagles beat the Commanders
Case 3
Cowboys tie the Chargers, and
Eagles tie the Commanders
The Cowboys cannot win this spot
The Cowboys cannot win this spot
The Cowboys cannot win this spot