Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy revealed the "secret sauce" to his improvement in recent weeks after his win over the Cowboys.

The Minnesota Vikings have enjoyed consecutive promising performances by quarterback J.J. McCarthy as they aim for a smooth finish despite already being eliminated from playoff contention at 6-8.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy defied his head coach's orders when he Griddy'd his way into the end zone in Sunday's 34-26 win over the Dallas Cowboys.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy and head coach Kevin O'Connell addressed tensions over the QB's TD celebration against the Cowboys.

Vikings legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Cris Carter has not held back his skepticism around J.J. McCarthy at times this season. And even after the best game of the young quarterback's career on Sunday night, Carter still doesn't sound like a believer.

The Cowboys (6-7-1) have to win their three remaining games and hope defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia goes 0-3.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy lofts a 23-yard pass to wide receiver Jalen Nailor. Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockeson snatches a 29-yard pass from quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

- 5:20 left in the fourth: The Cowboys have another injury to keep track of. Left tackle Nate Thomas was deemed questionable to return with a shoulder injury. Hakeem Adeniji is in at LT for Dallas.