The Dallas Cowboys' game day started like any other: Continued rumors of Jason Garrett's potential firing led to a report from NFL Network's Ian Rapoport which stated owner Jerry Jones and executive vice president Stephen Jones already "have an affinity" for Oklahoma head coach Lincoln Riley.
By day's end, the Cowboys earned a decisive 27-20 victory over the rival Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field to provide a flicker of hope, not only for Garrett's continued employment beyond this year but for the rest of the regular season.
The talent found on Dallas' roster, particularly at the skill positions with quarterback Dak Prescott, running back Ezekiel Elliott and wide receiver Amari Cooper, provide hope in both the short and long terms.