The Dallas Cowboys are facing a critical moment as they prepare to host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 16 of the NFL season. With a playoff chance of under 1%, the Cowboys need a victory to keep their slim hopes alive. Currently at 6-8, they require not only their own wins but also losses from several teams ahead of them, including the Washington Commanders.

Despite their desperate situation, the Cowboys' path to the postseason hinges on a series of favorable outcomes. A win against the Buccaneers is essential, but they also need the Commanders to lose their remaining games to have any chance of making the playoffs.