Two of the NFC’s historic franchises face off once again. The Washington Commanders and Dallas Cowboys will reignite their storied rivalry from the 1970s, this time in a context where the Cowboys desperately need a win, while the Commanders are aiming for their eighth victory of the season.
The main event of Week 12’s Sunday NFL action will undoubtedly be the clash between the Washington Commanders and the Dallas Cowboys—one of the “classic” matchups in American football. While these two teams arrive under very different circumstances, and the Cowboys are struggling this season, the rich history of this rivalry always makes it a must-watch game.
The Origins of the NFC East Rivalry
For over 50 years, the Commanders and Cowboys have been part of the NFC East division, a factor that not only makes this rivalry fierce but also deeply rooted in history. It’s worth noting that until a few years ago, the Commanders were known as the “Redskins,” who, in the last century, were consistently vying for divisional supremacy against the Cowboys.
Though Washington had already established itself in American football, the Cowboys’ arrival in the 1960s and their rapid rise in the 1970s provided the then-Redskins with a direct rival in the NFC East and the NFL at large.
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The Current State of Both Teams
In the 2024/25 season, these two teams find themselves in contrasting situations. For the home team, the Commanders, they currently hold second place in the division with a 7-4 record, trailing the Eagles, who lead with an 8-2 record.
As for the visiting Cowboys, they are in dire straits. With their starting quarterback, Dak Prescott, sidelined due to injury, the team has a dismal 3-7 record, placing them just above the Giants, who are 2-8. This game is essentially do-or-die for the Cowboys if they hope to keep even a slim chance of reaching the wildcard playoffs, though their odds appear slim at this stage of the season.
Despite the context, this game will undoubtedly be enjoyed for what it is: a classic NFL showdown. The game is scheduled for 12 p.m. Central Mexico Time, making it a great way to kick off the afternoon.
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