The Dallas Cowboys’ three-game winning streak came to an abrupt end in Week 14 when they failed to secure a crucial victory against the Detroit Lions.

The loss dropped Dallas to 6–6–1, a deflating setback at a time when momentum had finally begun swinging their way. Still, it remains an encouraging sign for head coach Brian Schottenheimer, who has weathered adversity all season and navigated the team through its toughest stretch with a 2–1 record that included wins over both participants in last season’s Super Bowl.

But the defeat to Detroit didn’t just harm morale — it delivered a significant blow to the Cowboys’ postseason hopes. Their playoff probability fell to 9% after the loss, and Sunday’s results across the league offered almost no additional help.

Now, entering Monday, the picture looks even worse. According to The Athletic’s playoff simulator, Dallas has only a 7% chance of reaching the postseason.

Even if the Cowboys win all four of their remaining games, their chances still remain below 50% — rising only to 42%.

Cowboys Can Still Get Help on Monday Night

With the NFC Wild Card race packed tightly, Dallas’ most realistic path to the postseason may actually be through winning the NFC East.

Not long ago, that seemed impossible. But the Philadelphia Eagles are now on a two-game losing streak, beginning with their defeat to the Cowboys. Philadelphia faces the Los Angeles Chargers — an 8–4 AFC contender — on Monday Night Football.

If the Eagles fall to 8–5, Dallas would see its playoff odds jump by 10% heading into Week 15. Should the Cowboys then win out, their chances would reach 54%.

The reality remains harsh: Dallas is dangerously close to elimination. Yet considering their 3–5–1 start, the mere fact they’re still in the hunt this late in the season is a testament to their mental toughness.

Colts Receive Brutal News After Daniel Jones’ Achilles Tear

The Indianapolis Colts suffered a devastating series of injuries during Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season.

Daniel Jones, who was already managing a fractured fibula, tore his right Achilles in the loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars — officially ending the $14 million quarterback’s season.

Rookie QB Riley Leonard, selected in the sixth round of the 2025 draft, replaced Jones but struggled to lead the team. He finished with 145 passing yards and one interception on 29 attempts.

To make matters worse, Leonard is also battling an injury. According to head coach Shane Steichen, the former Notre Dame quarterback is dealing with a knee issue that may sideline him for Week 15 against the Seahawks.

What’s Next for the Colts at Quarterback?

There are no fully healthy quarterbacks on the Colts’ 53-man roster.

Backup Anthony Richardson, originally the No. 2 behind Jones, has been on injured reserve since mid-October due to an orbital fracture suffered in a pregame accident.

With Leonard’s status uncertain, the Colts may turn to their practice squad.

Brett Rypien — the only healthy quarterback in the entire organization — was signed to the practice squad after Richardson’s injury and may make his first start of the season. He has four career starts, offering at least some level of experience as Indianapolis prepares to face Seattle.

Injuries Mounting in the Secondary

The quarterback room isn’t the only position group collapsing.

Cornerback Charvarius Ward entered the concussion protocol for the third time this season after reporting symptoms at the facility. The $54 million corner played 61 of 64 snaps against Jacksonville.

Indianapolis already played Week 14 without star CB Sauce Gardner, meaning the team could now be without both top corners for the Seahawks matchup.

Ward had just been activated from IR on November 22 and lasted only three games before suffering his latest concussion. In total, he has played just seven games for the Colts during his three-year contract.

Conclusion

The injuries are piling up across the roster and may completely derail the Colts’ chances of returning to the playoffs or competing for the AFC South title. Between the uncertainty at quarterback and a battered secondary, Indianapolis faces one of the toughest stretches of the season — and their postseason hopes are slipping away fast.