Minnesota Vikings vs. Dallas Cowboys (-5.5) [Total: 47.5]
Game Overview
The Vikings and Cowboys are clawing to stave off elimination in the NFC playoff race.
According to the PFF playoff probability metrics, Dallas holds an 11% chance of securing a postseason berth, with a loss all but torpedoing any chance of realistically earning a spot. With four games remaining on the schedule, it’s do-or-die time for the Cowboys. That urgency — and light schedule to close the season — bodes well for Dallas’ chances to stay alive and to go over its preseason win total line (7.5).
The Vikings aren’t in as fortunate a position. While not mathematically eliminated just yet (