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Cam Newton favors Cowboys over Vikings for Super Bowl chances

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 3:27 PM

Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Cam Newton favors Cowboys over Vikings for Super Bowl chances

Summary

Cam Newton selected the Dallas Cowboys as more likely than the Minnesota Vikings to win the Super Bowl. Newton cited the strength of the Cowboys' roster despite their current 4-5 record. The Vikings, sitting at 6-2, have a strong defense but face criticism for their offensive struggles, underscored by a recent 23-6 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Newton emphasized that, on paper, the Cowboys possess significant talent and have potential to turn their season around, especially with several games remaining. Both teams aim to improve as playoffs approach.

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By the Numbers

•Cam Newton picks Cowboys over Vikings for Super Bowl hopes.
•Vikings are 6-2 but criticized for offensive weaknesses.
•Cowboys have a 4-5 record amid coaching scrutiny.
•Recent Vikings loss to Bills highlighted offensive problems.
•Newton believes Cowboys' roster is talented enough to succeed.

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3:27 PMYahoo Sports — Cam Newton picks the team that is more likely to win the Super Bowl than the Minnesota Vikings

What they're saying

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Cam Newton has picked the Dallas Cowboys over the Minnesota Vikings as a team that can win the Super Bowl due to the players they have on the roster. The 6-2 Vikings have one of the most elite defensive units in the league, but their offensive unit is weak and an indication of that was their 23-6 defeat to the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football.
— Yahoo Sports

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