NFC East Week 12 Report Card Grades: The Tale of the Collapse and the Bye
Week 12 in the NFC East was dominated by the highly anticipated matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys, which delivered a dramatic result that shifted the division’s momentum. Meanwhile, the New York Giants played a tough road game, and the Washington Commanders rested.
Here are the report card grades for the NFC East teams in Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season:
✭ Dallas Cowboys: A- (vs. Philadelphia Eagles)
The Cowboys secured a critical 24-21 comeback victory over the Eagles at home, tying a franchise record by overcoming a 21-point deficit.1 The grade is high due to the remarkable mental fortitude and individual brilliance shown in the final two quarters and overtime.
| Category | Assessment |
| Offense | A |
| Defense | B+ |
| Coaching/Game Plan | A- |
| Overall Grade | A- |
🦅 Philadelphia Eagles: C- (at Dallas Cowboys)
The Eagles suffered a brutal 24-21 overtime loss to the Cowboys after leading 21-0 in the first half.2 The grade reflects a Jekyll-and-Hyde performance, where an A+ first half was completely undone by an F second half.
| Category | Assessment |
| Offense | D+ |
| Defense | C |
| Coaching/Game Plan | F |
| Overall Grade | C- |
🗽 New York Giants: C (at Detroit Lions)
The Giants fell to the Detroit Lions in a 34-27 shootout.3 The grade acknowledges the team’s competitive effort on the road despite significant offensive injuries and ultimately falling short in a high-scoring affair.
| Category | Assessment |
| Offense | B- |
| Defense | D |
| Coaching/Game Plan | C+ |
| Overall Grade | C |
⚔️ Washington Commanders: Incomplete (BYE WEEK)
The Commanders were on their bye week in Week 12.4 The week off was much-needed for a team that has been struggling with both injuries and overall team performance.
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