Now at 4-5-1, the Dallas Cowboys are very much in the thick of the NFL playoff race, and while they do not control their own destiny and surely need a bit of help to get it, it's certainly not impossible. Dallas played an inspired game against the Raiders for obvious reasons.
It was such a strong, complete performance that sets the stage for a run here down the stretch. It's not going to be easy, but there are reasons why Dallas can sneak into the postseason. Many of these players and coaches on the roster and staff have experienced a playoff push before, so this isn't some uncharted territory.