The Cowboys are back in action yet again, playing just one week after Thursday's win over the Chiefs. But the Lions, who also played on Thanksgiving as usual, are in the same boat.

The Lions and Cowboys will square off Thursday night in Detroit with both teams desperately needing the win to keep up in what has become a tight NFC playoff race.

Here are the top storylines for each team heading into the game.

Lions

Same Schedule – Like always, the Lions also played last Thursday on Thanksgiving, and lost a close battle with the Packers in a game that didn't help Detroit's playoff chances. This game is vital for both teams trying to stay alive in the NFC picture as the Lions are a half-game up on Dallas at 7-5. But both teams are currently on the outside looking in.

3 straight at home –

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