On the surface, the Dallas Cowboys Week 17 matchup against the New York Giants appears to be all but meaningless. Last weekend, America’s Team was able to secure the NFC East crown and lockdown a playoff spot, making this upcoming matchup a minor speed bump before their postseason berth.
Still, there are some intriguing reasons to watch this divisional battle. Here are six Cowboys players we’ll be watching closely who need to get something out of this “meaningless” contest against the Giants.
Tavon Austin, WR
After posting two touchdowns in his first three games in Dallas, the former eighth overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft has been sidelined with a groin injury since mid-October.