The upcoming Sunday Night Football matchup features significant playoff implications as the 8-6 Tampa Bay Buccaneers visit the 6-8 Dallas Cowboys. Buccaneers’ head coach Todd Bowles faces off against Cowboys’ Mike McCarthy, who has revitalized Dallas’ offense, leading them to three wins in their last four games. The Buccaneers are on a hot streak, winning four consecutive games, including a dominant 40-17 victory over the Chargers, showcasing their capability with over 500 yards of total offense.

The Cowboys recently secured a convincing away win against the Panthers, with quarterback Cooper Rush performing admirably with 10 touchdowns against three interceptions. The Buccaneers need to stay alert to Dallas’ Micah Parsons, who’s been a disruptive force on defense. Tampa Bay currently holds a one-game lead in the NFC South and can solidify their position with a win. However, the Cowboys are in a must-win scenario; a loss could eliminate their chances for the playoffs.