NFL 2026 · NFC East
Dallas Cowboys playoff scenarios
Dallas Cowboys cannot clinch on their own even by winning out; they need help.
Week 2 ·
Magic
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Tragic
15
15 more losses and elimination is certain
Division magic
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Cannot win the division on their own
📊 NFC East
| Team | Record | Pct | Magic |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Giants | 1-0 | 1.000 | - |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 1-0 | 1.000 | - |
| Washington Commanders | 0-1 | .000 | - |
| Dallas Cowboys | 0-1 | .000 | - |
🗓️ Upcoming
Mon, Sep 21 · KSTWeek 2
- 05:25Washington Commanders@Dallas CowboysTV FOX
Mon, Sep 28 · KSTWeek 3
- 05:25Baltimore Ravens@Dallas CowboysTV CBS
Mon, Oct 5 · KSTWeek 4
- 02:00Dallas Cowboys@Houston TexansTV FOX
Fri, Oct 9 · KSTWeek 5
- 09:15Tampa Bay Buccaneers@Dallas CowboysTV Prime Video
Mon, Oct 19 · KSTWeek 6
- 09:20Dallas Cowboys@Green Bay PackersTV NBC
Tue, Oct 27 · KSTWeek 7
- 09:15Dallas Cowboys@Philadelphia EaglesTV ESPN · ABC
📋 Recent games
Mon, Sep 14 · KSTWeek 1
- FinalDallas Cowboys20 : 28New York Giants
❓ Frequently asked questions
Can Dallas Cowboys make the playoffs?
Dallas Cowboys cannot clinch on their own even by winning out; they need help.
How is the magic number computed?
Assume every rival wins all remaining games; the magic number is the minimum wins that still guarantee a berth. Ties count against the team, so it can show later than official.
Does seventh in the conference mean a playoff place?
No. Division winners are seeded regardless of record, so a team with a better record can still miss out on a wild card.
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Data: tallied from ESPN's public records. Standings and scenarios are computed by us and may differ from official releases.