In a pivotal Week 15 matchup on Sunday night, J.J. McCarthy guided the Minnesota Vikings to a 34-26 victory over the Dallas Cowboys, led by Dak Prescott.
McCarthy had an impressive outing, completing 15 of 24 passes for 250 yards, tossing two touchdown passes and throwing one interception. Additionally, he contributed on the ground, rushing for 15 yards and scoring a touchdown on four carries.
In contrast, Prescott struggled throughout the game, finishing with 23 completions on 38 attempts for 294 yards without a touchdown. Following the defeat, former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Emmanuel Acho criticized Prescott”s performance harshly, labeling him the “laughing stock of the NFL,” and also took a shot at McCarthy.
The loss has placed the Cowboys in a precarious position regarding their playoff ambitions. Even if they manage to win their remaining three regular-season games, they will rely on other teams” outcomes to secure a postseason spot.
Looking ahead, the Vikings, now with a record of 6-8, will face the New York Giants (2-12) in Week 16 of the 2025 NFL season. This game is set to take place at 1 PM ET at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Although the Vikings cannot qualify for the playoffs this season, they aim to build a stronger foundation for the upcoming 2026 season.
Meanwhile, the Giants are in dire straits, having lost eight consecutive games, highlighting their struggles in the current campaign.
For those interested in following the Dallas Cowboys, be sure to check out the latest schedule and explore the team”s depth chart for the 2024-25 NFL season.
