Cowboys face pivotal Week 6 and Week 7 matchups against Packers and Eagles

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Cowboys face pivotal Week 6 and Week 7 matchups against Packers and Eagles
Summary

The Dallas Cowboys prepare for critical matchups against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday Night Football and the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football. Currently at 2-3, the Cowboys have struggled, alternating wins and losses in their first five games. Their recent loss to the 0-4 Buccaneers highlighted their inconsistencies, particularly on offense, which scored just 16 points. If they do not secure victories in the upcoming games, the Cowboys could fall to a challenging 2-5 record that severely impacts their playoff chances.

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  • •Cowboys are 2-3 after five games this season.
  • •Upcoming games are against the Packers and Eagles.
  • •Losses could drop the Cowboys to 2-5, harming playoff hopes.
  • •Inconsistencies were evident in the recent loss to Tampa Bay.
  • •Only nine teams have made the postseason after starting 2-5 since 1990.
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  • 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys need to approach the next two games as must wins
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The next two weeks are huge for the Cowboys.

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