The Detroit Lions have not been the powerhouse that many were expecting to see this season. After finishing 15-2 in the regular season a year ago, the Lions were eliminated in the playoffs by the upstart Washington Commanders, largely because injuries diminished the defense.

This year's team appeared to have the talent to steamroll opponents, but the loss of coordinators Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn to head coaching positions with the Chicago Bears and New York Jets, respectively, have taken away quite a bit of the focus. The Lions come into this game with a 7-5 record and that means they are on the outside of the playoff structure.

The Cowboys are also trying to fight their way into the postseason, and they appear to be more of a threat than they were early in the season. They have w

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