The Minnesota Vikings have been eliminated from the playoffs, marking the fourth time in the last six seasons that they've failed to reach the postseason tournament.

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings were eliminated from playoff contention before taking the field for their game at the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night. The Vikings have alternated between making and missing the playoffs in four seasons under coach Kevin O'Connell.

The Cowboys endured a few injury scares in Sunday’s meeting with the Vikings. As the second half began, the team announced fullback Hunter Luepke was ruled out for the game. The Cowboys officially ruled Luepke out with a concussion. He sustained the injury on Dallas’ final kickoff before the first half came to a close.

If the Minnesota Vikings want to defeat the Dallas Cowboys on the road, they will need to win these three position battles.

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McCarthy, Minnesota’s 10th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, has been a revelation for the Vikings this season. In seven games played thus far, the former Michigan Wolverines star has completed 102-of-182 passes (56.0%) for 1,092 yards and nine touchdowns. He also has 29 carries for 139 yards and two rushing TDs.

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