Key Highlights
- The game was chosen for "Sunday Night Football" as both teams cling to the hope of still making the playoffs. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe Vikings had been struggling ahead of their Week 14 matchup against the Washington Commanders.
- Things finally clicked for Minnesota, and fans saw their potential as the Vikings beat the Commanders 31-0.
- The only negative for Minnesota in the game was that star wide receiver Justin Jefferson was again unable to get on the same page with quarterback J. J.
- McCarthy. The Cowboys were riding a lot of momentum into a Week 14 game against the Detroit Lions.
- Dallas needed the win to improve its playoff chances, but lost 44-30. The Cowboys aren't eliminated from playoff contention, but they don't control their own destiny.
