The Detroit Lions (7-5) come into Thursday night trying to steady itself after a rough Thanksgiving loss, and the pressure only grows with several key players sidelined. Sam LaPorta and Brock Wright are out, thinning the tight end room, and the secondary remains shorthanded without Kerby Joseph. The Lions still lean on Jared Goff and a backfield led by Jahmyr Gibbs, but the offense has fewer reliable options and a banged-up line that could struggle against Dallas’ pass rush. Detroit needs early rhythm to keep the game from tilting toward long passing downs, where protection becomes a real concern.

The Dallas Cowboys (6-5-1), meanwhile, arrive with momentum after three straight wins, including a tight victory over Kansas City. Dak Prescott has been sharp, and a receiving duo highlighted by

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