Lions vs.Cowboys: A Thursday Night Football Preview

Two NFC playoff contenders face off under the lights this Thursday, as the Detroit Lions (7-5) host the Dallas cowboys (6-5-1). This match looks like an anticipated wild card clash, and will prove decisive in the race for the latter.

Though, don’t let similar records fool you. these teams are experiencing opposite trajectories. While Detroit has faltered over the last three weeks, losing to Philadelphia and Green Bay, and needing overtime to narrowly escape the Giants, Dallas is on fire. Winning three consecutive victories against the Eagles, Chiefs and Raiders, Brian Schottenheimer’s team unexpectedly returned to the race.It is therefore not unachievable that, against all expectations and in the middle of a very competitive NFC, Dallas will come out on top. They will still have to win tonight…

The Lions are (still) licking their wounds

Amon-Ra St. Brown’s ankle injury against Green Bay gave Lions fans chills. Initial reports suggested the star receiver could be sidelined for the rest of the season. Fortunately, that won’t happen. The worst has been avoided, but the Lions’ infirmary is, as is frequently enough the case in Detroit, well supplied. After attempting a comeback,former all-Pro center Frank Ragnow failed his medical exam. This news is especially damaging given the Lions had already lost two starting linemen to the Packers, while three other starters on the line are also on the injury report. The depth of the workforce at this crucial position is therefore severely limited.

This news won’t please the players behind them, even those like Jahmyr Gibbs. Very explosive this season, he is one of the best in the league and his versatility is a real asset.

Key Takeaways

• The Cowboys are on a three-game winning streak, while the Lions have lost their last two.
• The Lions are dealing with significant injuries on the offensive line.
• Amon-Ra St.Brown avoided a season-ending injury, but remains a concern.
• dallas’s recent wins against strong opponents position them well in the NFC playoff race.