So if both teams win or both teams lose, the final order will bet determined by the results of as many as 18 games being played the final weekend. And if there is a tie in strength of schedule, then the winner of a coin flip receives the first pick.
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With the nickel defense struggling to produce a consistent pass rush, Parcells said he already was contemplating making some changes to the nickel defense, possibly in personnel and concept - or both.
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Guard Ross Verba (groin) and tight end Casey Fitzsimmons (shoulder) are being listed as doubtful for Sunday's game at Texas Stadium. Listed as questionable are linebacker Teddy Lehman (hamstring) and wide receiver Eddie Drummond (ankle).
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As for the non-division away games, the Cowboys will be going to Chicago, Detroit, Buffalo, Miami and the NFC South team finishing in the same place as the Cowboys in its division. That means if the Cowboys finish first, they will be playing New Orleans, and if they finish second, they will be playing either Carolina or Atlanta. Both teams are 7-8 and split their two games, but Carolina would win a potential tiebreaker for second place based on a better division record.
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