One of the most glaring differences between the Eagles and Cowboys is the state of their offensive line.

While Dallas once boasted one of the most dominant units in the league, they’ve had to adjust due to aging players like Tyron Smith and losses in free agency.

Meanwhile, Philadelphia has seamlessly transitioned from Jason Kelce to Cam Jurgens, maintaining its reputation as one of the best in short-yardage situations.

Dallas is banking on the development of Tyler Guyton, who had a tough rookie season marred by penalties and technique issues. He has the physical tools but needs significant improvement.

Terence Steele, the team’s right tackle, has struggled since signing a five-year, $82.5M extension in 2023.

On a positive note, rookie Cooper Beebe impressed at center, but uncertainty surrounding Zack Martin’s future leaves questions about the unit’s long-term outlook.

Philadelphia holds another edge when it comes to playmakers on the outside.

While Dallas has a legitimate star in CeeDee Lamb, their passing game largely depends on him. Opposing defenses frequently use bracket coverage to neutralize him, forcing others to step up with little success.

Jalen Tolbert has shown potential, but he hasn’t established himself as a reliable second option.

In contrast, the Eagles boast an elite duo in A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, a former Heisman Trophy winner.

Few teams can claim a receiver of Smith’s caliber as their second option. If that wasn’t enough, they also feature a former first-round pick in Jahan Dotson as their third receiver.

Unlike Dallas, the Eagles don’t struggle when defenses take away their top target—they simply shift focus to another star.

Perhaps the biggest difference between the two franchises is how their front offices operate.

The Eagles aggressively upgrade their roster through free agency and the draft, ensuring they remain a contender.

Instead of relying solely on the draft, they make bold moves, like signing Saquon Barkley away from a division rival. Without Barkley, they wouldn’t have won the Super Bowl.

Dallas, on the other hand, missed a prime opportunity to sign Derrick Henry but opted instead for a lackluster reunion with Ezekiel Elliott.

Henry was an affordable option for the Ravens, yet the Cowboys hesitated due to their reluctance to invest in external talent.

Their draft strategy is another issue. While they pride themselves on building through the draft, they often overcomplicate decisions instead of simply selecting the best player available, a philosophy that has worked wonders for the Eagles.

That brings us to Dak Prescott. His confidence in the team is commendable, but he remains a major reason why Dallas isn’t close to a championship.

His last two playoff appearances against the Packers and 49ers have been disappointing, with six touchdowns and six interceptions while losing by an average of 11.5 points.

Injuries are another concern. Prescott landed on injured reserve last season with a hamstring issue after missing five games in 2022 with a thumb injury.

Additionally, his mobility has declined, either due to injuries or a conscious shift in his playing style.

These factors, combined with an ineffective front office, make it unlikely that he will be the one to lead the Cowboys to their long-awaited sixth championship.