News - Troy Aikman Outlines What Dak Prescott and Cowboys Have to Do to Reach Playoffs

They've got a gauntlet of games once they get past this Monday night matchup against Las Vegas. You hate to say it, but that's when the tough part of their schedule hits. They have to get better. Troy Aikman said. Aikman understood that the team was dealing emotionally after the death of Marshawn Kneeland. But he hopes they use that as motivation to win against the Raiders. He also hopes their two major trade acquisitions will use that game to understand their schemes. Once the Raiders' game is over, it will get a lot tougher, facing four playoff contenders in their final seven games. Dak Prescott and his Cowboys have to win against the Raiders. Before heading into their Week 10 bye, Dallas Cowboys fans had hoped their team would take care of business against an inconsistent Arizona Cardinals. That did not happen, as essentially, the visitors gave them a thorough beating on both sides of the ball. In fact, they were mocking the Cowboys' defense after every score. If America's Team has to have a sliver of a chance of playing in the postseason, they have to win their Monday Night game against the Las Vegas Raiders. They have to be mindful, as the latter can get hot, just like they did in Week 9 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. New acquisitions Quinnen Williams and Logan Wilson have to set the tone if the defense wants to avoid another beatdown. On the other side, Dak Prescott and his unit have to avoid a repeat of their mistakes against the Cardinals. This game against the Raiders is a must-win.