Week 3 is always a big point in an NFL season. If you think going 0-2 is bad, 0-3 is miserable. For the 1-1 teams, this can serve as a swing game towards good or bad seasons. And for teams feeling themselves at 2-0, this can either be a reality check or a sign of bigger things to come.

We all know what we want for the Cowboys this week. The vast majority are hoping for a road win over the Bears, while a few joyless nihilists may already be focusing on the 2026 draft. But if you don’t believe in Dallas as a contender this season, it’s still too early for most to abandon all hope.

What about the rest of the NFC this week? Here’s what you should be rooting for.

NFC East action • Rams d. Eagles • Raiders d. Commanders • Chiefs d. Giants

There’s nothing to think about here. If Dallas

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