American football
Cowboys win NFL clash against Philadelphia Eagles
Jake Ferguson (87) prevailed with the Cowboys against the Philadelphia Eagles with Kelee Ringo. photo
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Eagles against Cowboys – for neutral fans it was the most important game of the weekend in the NFL. The hosts are creating new excitement in the playoff race, but the Eagles are still in control.
The Dallas Cowboys have it Philadelphia Eagles suffered their second defeat in a row and greatly increased the tension in the National Football League playoff race.
With a score of 33:13, the Cowboys took the lead in the NFC East. Dallas, Philadelphia and the San Francisco 49ers each have ten wins and three defeats. The 49ers are at the top of the NFC and are guaranteed playoff participation should the Green Bay Packers unexpectedly lose against the New York Giants on Monday evening (local time).
Everything in your own hands
Because of the remaining pairings in the four weeks until the end of the main round, the Eagles still have everything in their own hands. In addition, last season’s Super Bowl participant is not allowed to lose in the two duels with the Giants, nor against the Seattle Seahawks or the Arizona Cardinals. Dallas has significantly more difficult opponents.
“It was a great team win,” said quarterback Dak Prescott after the convincing win against Philadelphia. “We’re all committed to the same goal and have great chemistry in the dressing room. There’s a lot of love for each other all week.” Prescott had two touchdown passes. Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey hit four field goals and has never missed in his career.