The Christmas game between the Cowboys and the Commanders will serve as an assessment for next season since both teams have been eliminated from the playoffs. The Cowboys‑Commanders rivalry has been played 131 times (including two postseason games), with Dallas winning 80, Washington winning 49, and the teams tying twice.

The Dallas Cowboys' three-game winning streak came to a halt in Week 14 when they were unable to deliver a much-needed win over the Detroit Lions. Dallas fell to 6-6-1 with the loss, which feels deflating. It’s still an encouraging sign for head coach ...