There is a good chance the Cowboys could end up playing the Eagles or either the 2nd seed in the playoffs or being out of the playoffs (if they lose).  How?

Giants win out (includes win vs Minn in week 17).

Packers win out (includes win over AZ in week 17).

Cowboys beat Washington next week and Minn loses to the Bears.

If the Cowboys beat the Eagles in week 17, they get the number 2 seed in the playoffs and a first round bye.  If they lose, they miss the playoffs.

The Cowboys should give Brad Johnson his walking papers.  It is clear that he can't play at this level any more.  Instead, sign some young QB off of another teams practice squad (like Andre Woodson from the Giants) to be the 3rd stringer.  At least you can work on them developmentally for the future.  BB isn't much of an upgrade, but he is younger and quicker.  Any way, without Romo, this team isn't going to accomplish much this year (but will end up with a higher draft pick - though we traded our first - and easier schedule for next year)

Manny Lawson, the Niner's OLB is out for the season. His backup is out also.
Niners need LB's bad.  They have a chance to make the playoffs this year.
But not without quality LB's.
Do you think the Cowboys could trade an LB for Shante Spencer, the Niner's backup CB? Or even one of the starters?

What do you think?