But sometimes, the biggest advantages are hidden — tucked away behind the scenes in the meeting rooms. For the Dallas Cowboys in 2025, one of those hidden advantages is already clear:
Their assistant coaches have deep ties and firsthand intel on multiple key opponents.

The Dallas Cowboys will face off against the Washington Commanders for their first Christmas Day game in 15 years.

So, now that the full schedule is in front of us, we can better figure out which teams come away as winners and losers from this latest development. And we'll determine just that below. The Washington Commanders are winners in more ways than one.

It’s tough to admit it, but the Washington Commanders hit the Dallas Cowboys with a clever burn following the NFL schedule release.

From Week 1 in Philly to a Christmas Day clash in D.C., Dallas must navigate injuries, pressure, and playoff-caliber opponents.

Yes, it's historic. No, it’s not catastrophic. Context matters — and the Dallas Cowboys actually catch a few schedule breaks.

The Cowboys/Commanders game will air 1 p.m. ET on Christmas Day, while the Lions/Vikings will face off at 4:30 p.m. ET. CBS Sports will produce the game coverage with NFL Media producing pregame, postgame and studio halftime programming.