Every season the NFL surprises us with projected contenders disappointing and former bottom dwellers succeeding.
Many games are decided by a bounce of the ball. Some teams get lucky and other don't. Look at the Bengals/Cowboys game last season.
I can't think of any team that is more due for some lucky bounces. The same also goes for a reasonable number of injureis that excludes critical players like Dak, or CD or Micah
I see the Cowboys starting out 4-4 due mostly to coaching changes, rookie and 2nd year starters, and missing players still recovering from injury.
I see them hitting a point where the team begins to come together, the injured returns, and the rookies become more comfortable. I see an emerging power offensive line in the 2nd half of this season.
I see the Cowboys going on a very unexpected run in the last 9 games, winning 6.
Ther Cowboys will have a 10-7 season despite being stronger in December than McCarthy's three 12-5 teams.
In addition, the Eagles will struggle and Washington will come back down to Earth. With only a few games remaining it wouldn't surprise me if there was a three way tie.
The Cowboys will ruin Christmas day in D.C. for Washington fans. They will win the division and even reach the NFC championship game.