While the Dallas Cowboys’ chances of making the playoffs are slim, backup quarterback Cooper Rush remains hopeful. Even after their two-game winning streak ended on Monday night, the team still has a mathematical possibility of securing a postseason spot.
“It’s a huge difference,” Rush stated after Thursday’s practice. “Crazier things have happened in this league. You see it every year. Things can come down to the last moment.” According to ESPN’s playoff predictions, the Cowboys have a less than 1% chance of playing in January.
Rush’s steadfast optimism showcases his determination to keep the team’s playoff ambitions alive, even with the tough challenges ahead. The Cowboys will play the Carolina Panthers in Charlotte on Sunday, followed by a home game against NFC South leaders, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and then a road game against the strong Philadelphia Eagles. They will end the season at home against the Washington Commanders.
As they approach the season’s final stretch, Rush and his teammates must depend on their resilience and performance under pressure. With a mix of determination and skill, they aim to defy the odds and maintain any possibility of reaching the playoffs.
