IRVING -- This week, the Cowboys were reminded that no 2-6 team has ever qualified for the postseason under the current playoff format. But Jerry Jones, speaking on KRLD-FM (105.3) Friday, isn't certain if his team will have to beat Tampa Bay on Sunday to remain in contention.
"I don't know," he responded, when asked if this game is a must-win.
In Jones' eyes, a playoff berth remains a possibility.
"We have a chance, but the room to get it is narrow, narrow, and narrow," he said. "Now, this is sports and nobody knows what can happen."
The shred of hope to which Jones is clinging is tied to the state of the NFC East. The New York Giants sit atop the standings with a 5-4 record.
"We're still in the hunt in the division," tight end Jason Witten said."But our focus right now is on trying to get one win."