McCarthy and the Cowboys were double-digit underdogs against the Commanders, who were 7-4 entering Sunday's matchup. Thanks to a chaotic finish featuring a KaVontae Turpin 99-yard kickoff return for a touchdown, an 86-yard touchdown from Jayden Daniels to Terry McLaurin to answer and a missed extra point, the Cowboys pulled out the 34-26 victory.

Despite the Cowboys' record and Mike McCarthy's contract status, Jerry Jones said it isn't a "crazy" idea that the head coach could be extended this offseason.

McCarthy inked a five-year deal with the Cowboys ahead of the 2020 season, which is set to expire at the conclusion of this season. With no extension in place, Dallas' head coaching job beyond 2024 remains a mystery.