LANDOVER, Md. — The Cowboys’ opponent slate for 2024 is almost set.
Dallas has about an 83% chance of winning the NFC East on Sunday, according to The New York Times playoff simulator, with the simplest clinching scenario requiring a win over the Washington Commanders. That result also would secure the No. 2 seed in the conference tournament.
This happening, of course, is no certainty. Left guard Tyler Smith (foot) and right guard Zack Martin (illness) are both inactive, underscoring the variance of what could occur at FedEx Field. The Cowboys were still considered 13-point favorites to win leading up to the 3:25 p.m. CT kickoff.
Contingent on whether Dallas wins the NFC East, who and where the franchise will play next regular season is determined. Here is how that looks. See the footnote for how things change if the Cowboys squander their opportunity Sunday and allow the Philadelphia Eagles to steal the NFC East title.
Cowboys’ 2024 Opponents Revealed, Pending NFC East Champion
The Dallas Cowboys are on the verge of clinching the NFC East title for the 2024 season. According to The New York Times playoff simulator, the team has an 83% chance of securing the title with a win over the Washington Commanders. This victory would also secure the No. 2 seed in the conference tournament.
However, uncertainties loom as key players like left guard Tyler Smith and right guard Zack Martin are inactive for the upcoming game, highlighting the unpredictability of the outcome. Despite this, the Cowboys are still considered strong favorites with a 13-point lead leading up to the kickoff.
The future opponent slate for the Cowboys in the 2024 season hinges on their performance in the upcoming game. If they secure the NFC East title, their opponents and game locations will be determined. If they fail to do so and the Philadelphia Eagles seize the title, the situation will change.
