The Dallas Cowboys are staring down a playoff scenario that’s about as steep as they come - and yet, they’re not ready to fold.
With just three games left on the schedule, Dallas finds itself with a razor-thin 1% chance to sneak into the postseason. For that to happen, they’ll need a perfect storm: three straight wins of their own and three straight losses from the division-rival Philadelphia Eagles. It’s a long shot, no doubt - but the Cowboys are still in the fight, and Week 16 brings a crucial test against the Los Angeles Chargers.
As they prep for that must-win game, all eyes have been on the status of CeeDee Lamb - and there’s finally some good news on that front.
After missing back-to-back practices earlier in the week due to illness, Lamb returned to the field on Friday. That’s a significant development for a Dallas offense that needs all hands on deck. Lamb’s presence in meetings and his return to practice suggest he’s trending toward suiting up against the Chargers - a massive boost for a team clinging to postseason hopes.
Lamb’s 2025 season has been anything but smooth. He’s battled through a trio of setbacks - an ankle injury, a concussion, and now this illness - but when he’s been on the field, he’s made his impact felt.
Through it all, he’s racked up 63 catches for 976 yards and three touchdowns, good enough to rank eighth in the league in receiving yards. That’s elite company, especially considering the time he’s missed.
When Lamb’s been sidelined, the Cowboys have leaned on George Pickens to step into the WR1 role. Pickens has done what he can, but make no mistake - Lamb is the heartbeat of this Dallas passing game. His route-running, explosiveness after the catch, and ability to stretch defenses vertically give the Cowboys an entirely different gear when he’s active.
With their postseason hopes hanging by a thread, Dallas needs to be firing on all cylinders - and that starts with No. 88 being on the field. If Lamb is indeed ready to go for Week 16, it gives the Cowboys their best shot at keeping this improbable playoff dream alive.
The road ahead is daunting. But with Lamb trending upward and the Chargers next on the docket, the Cowboys still have a pulse - and in December football, sometimes that’s all you need.