The Dallas Cowboys secured their playoff berth with a triumphant third consecutive season of 12 wins. Their recent 38-10 victory against Washington not only added to their joy but also clinched the division title outright.
This significant achievement propels them one step closer to realizing their Super Bowl aspirations, renewing hopes dashed by the Kansas City Chiefs in the previous season. Now, with the playoffs beckoning, the Cowboys and their fans eagerly anticipate the unveiling of their postseason journey and the identities of the opponents they will face in the 2024 NFL postseason.
Which team will the Cowboys will face in 2024 NFL Playoffs?
The spotlight is on the second game on Sunday, where the No. 7 Green Bay Packers and the No. 2 Dallas Cowboys are set to clash at 4:30 p.m. The showdown will be broadcast by Fox. Looking ahead, various scenarios present potential matchups for the Cowboys in the playoffs.
Sporting News offers insights into potential matchups for the Cowboys, projecting that if they maintain control of the NFC East, they are likely to face the Los Angeles Rams in the playoffs. The Cowboys previously met the Rams in Week 7 of the current season, emerging victorious with a convincing 43-20 score.
The Seattle Seahawks also loom as potential playoff opponents for the Cowboys, which depends on the Cowboys maintaining their No. 2 seed. This matchup would be a rematch and is expected to provide an opportunity for the Cowboys to assert their dominance once again.
In an alternate scenario, the Cowboys might find themselves facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the playoffs. This would transpire if the Cowboys fell behind the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC East race, coupled with a Buccaneers victory in the NFC South.
The New Orleans Saints also emerge as potential contenders to face the Dallas Cowboys in the playoffs. This scenario hinges on specific outcomes: the Rams, Bears, and Cardinals winning, the Cowboys beating the Falcons, and the Buccaneers defeating the Panthers.
Exploring Cowboys’ Playoff History
With the NFC East divisional title in hand, the Cowboys have secured their spot in the playoffs. It marked their impressive 37th postseason appearance, tying them with the Green Bay Packers for the most in NFL history. The Cowboys’ playoff journey has been a rollercoaster of triumphs and challenges, accumulating a playoff record of 36 wins and 30 losses.
Over the years, the Cowboys have faced formidable opponents in the postseason. Among the noteworthy adversaries encountered by the Cowboys in their playoff history are the Green Bay Packers, Indianapolis Colts, Minnesota Vikings, Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins, Washington Commanders, Pittsburgh Steelers, Los Angeles Rams, Denver Broncos, Philadelphia Eagles, San Francisco 49ers, Detroit Lions, Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Arizona Cardinals, and Seattle Seahawks.
The pinnacle of the Cowboys’ playoff prowess can be traced back to the glory days of the 1960s and 1970s. During this golden era, the Cowboys made nine consecutive playoff appearances between 1965 and 1973.
If you look at their playoff performances, the Cowboys have excelled in various rounds. With eight Wild Card Round victories out of 14 games, 15 Divisional Round wins from 28 matchups, and eight Conference Championship triumphs out of 16 contests, the Cowboys have consistently succeeded through the postseason’s early stages.
Nevertheless, the true measure of the Cowboys’ greatness is reflected in their Super Bowl success. With five Super Bowl victories out of eight appearances, the Cowboys stand as one of the most successful franchises in Super Bowl history, just one Super Bowl win behind the New England Patriots.
Stay tuned to get the latest update on the 2024 NFL playoffs.
