Vikings vs Cowboys Preview: McCarthy’s Big Test & Flores vs Dak

In the latest episode of The Real Forno Show, hosted by Tyler Forness with producer Dave Stefano on Vikings 1st & SKOL (partnered with Fans First Sports Network), the duo delivers an in-depth Minnesota Vikings vs Dallas Cowboys Week 15 Sunday Night Football preview. With the Vikings (5-8) desperately needing a win and help to keep less than 1% playoff dreams alive against the 6-6-1 Cowboys, Forness and Stefano break down strategic matchups, player performances, and bold offseason speculation in this must-listen Minnesota Vikings podcast.

Key points from the episode:

• J.J. McCarthy’s next step: Building on his career-best performance vs Washington, focusing on pure progression reads and quick decisions against a vulnerable Cowboys defense.
• Matt Eberflus’ struggling defense: Ranked near the bottom in points and yards allowed—how the Vikings can exploit predictability and poor secondary play.
• Attacking five-man fronts: Using horizontal throws, screens, motion, and outside zone runs to neutralize Dallas’ heavy lines.
• CeeDee Lamb’s status: Progressing through concussion protocol with full practices; on track to play, impacting Flores’ coverage plans.
• How Dak Prescott attacks the Vikings: Targeting edges vs depleted tackles, quick releases against simulated pressures.
• Bonus: Deep dive into Joe Burrow trade rumors and whether the Vikings should pursue the Bengals star.

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