Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton sent a clear message about Bill Belichick’s absence. After 24 years with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a>, Belichick left the franchise in 2024, marking the end of an era in Foxborough.&nbsp;



Belichick is now coaching the North Carolina Tar Heels in college football, but that hasn’t stopped the rumors about teams interested in the legendary coach.&nbsp;



Payton is convinced it won’t be long before Belichick is given a new chance in the league. He has won 302 games in 467 total matchups. Belichick is still trying to become the winningest coach in NFL history, but it’s unclear when he will be given a new chance in the league.



<h2>Sean Payton says he misses Bill Belichick in the NFL</h2>



Talking with reporters on Wednesday, Payton revealed his feelings on not seeing Belichick coaching in the NFL.&nbsp;



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“I’ll be honest with you,” Payton said. “I miss him not being in the league. I miss him not being in the league and I wouldn’t be surprised—and I would be somewhat hopeful that he ends up back in the league. We’d all be better for it. He’s something.”



He then proceeded to explain how the Pro Bowl made him and Belichick close to each other.



“So when you’re there 10 days, and you realize the Pro Bowl practice is half an hour, you’re going to have a lot of time,” Payton continued. “I got to know him. The timing was perfect and he’s in the AFC, I was in the NFC. He’s very gracious. I think we took both staffs on this three or four-boat fishing trip. He’s pretty good with that fishing stuff. I don’t know anything about it. Then we would have these discussions.”



The New York Giants have been mentioned as a potential landing spot for Belichick. He has a strong relationship with the franchise, but it remains to be seen if the future Hall of Famer leaves UNC and returns to the NBA.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks">Seattle Seahawks</a> bounced back from their 21-19 loss to the Los Angeles Rams with back-to-back wins against the Tennessee Titans and the Minnesota Vikings. They are well alive in the race to win the NFC West division, but the Rams appear to be too strong.&nbsp;



Sam Darnold struggled in the last couple of games, taking a lot of punishment from opposing defenses (five sacks in the last three games) and struggling to be accurate (four interceptions).&nbsp;



The Seahawks are an intriguing team in the NFC, but it’s clear that the quarterback needs to maintain a certain level of performance to give their team a chance to win. While Darnold needs to figure his situation out, the team’s defense has played at a high level.



<h2>Seahawks defender earns high praise&nbsp;</h2>



During Thursday’s edition of his NFL Heat Index, Fox Sports reporter Eric Williams mentioned linebacker Ernest Jones IV as one of the hottest players in the league after his most recent performance.



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“The vocal leader in the middle of one of the top defenses in the league, Jones keyed a dominant performance by the Seahawks, finishing with 12 combined tackles and two interceptions, including one returned for an 85-yard score as Seattle shut out the Minnesota Vikings last week,” Williams wrote. “Jones leads Seattle with 83 combined tackles. His five interceptions are tied for second-most in the league a nd tops among linebackers. Sam Darnold has struggled at times in big games so far this season, but the way Jones and the defense are playing still gives the Seahawks a chance to make a deep playoff run.”



In 10 games, Jones has recorded 83 tackles, 0.5 sacks, five interceptions for 150 yards and one touchdown, and seven passes defended.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carolina Panthers</a> star quarterback Bryce Young delivered one of his best performances since entering the NFL two years ago. The third-year quarterback led the Panthers to a huge 31-28 upset over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 13 of the 2025 season.&nbsp;



Young finished 15 of 20 for 206 yards and three touchdowns with two sacks. The Panthers improved to 7-6 and confirmed they aren’t dead in the race for the NFC South.&nbsp;



Young’s performance earned him a lot of attention, more so given the caliber of the team he beat. The Panthers need to build on this win, but Young appears to be on the right path.



<h2>Bryce Young gets high praise after beating Rams&nbsp;</h2>



Fox Sports analyst Eric Williams lauded Young on his Thursday’s NFL Heat Index. The analyst praised the quarterback and noted that the Panthers can pose a big challenge to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.&nbsp;



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“The Alabama product was solid in his team’s upset win at home over the Los Angeles Rams, finishing 15 of 20 for 206 yards, with three touchdown passes and no interceptions for a 147.1 passer rating,” Williams wrote. “Panthers head coach Dave Caneles has done a nice job of creating an offense that accentuates Young’s skill set, leaning on a running game led by Chuba Hubbard and Rico Dowdle. At 7-6, the Panthers have a chance to challenge the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFC South. And Young’s efficient play in leading the offense gives Carolina a chance to win each week.”



They will face the New Orleans Saints on Week 15, hoping to get revenge on their divisional rivals and secure their eighth win of the season.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arizona Cardinals</a> legend Larry Fitzgerald shared his thoughts on Kyler Murray’s future with the team. After seven years and only one playoff appearance, the Cardinals have struggled to get going this season, and many have speculated about Murray leaving in the offseason.&nbsp;



The former No. 1 overall pick began the season as the starter, but things changed after he missed games due to injuries, and Jacoby Brissett demonstrated he could help the Cards compete. Murray has been limited to five games this season, while he remains on injured reserve.&nbsp;



In 87 games with the franchise, he has gone 1,974 of 2,941 for 20,460 and 121 touchdowns with 60 interceptions and 195 sacks. The Cardinals appear to be heading toward a divorce, and many people want to know what’s next for this partnership.&nbsp;



<h2>Larry Fitzgerald wants an answer from the Cardinals&nbsp;</h2>



Just like many fans and analysts, retired wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald doesn’t know what is going to happen with Kyler Murray once the season is over.&nbsp;



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“I have no clue. I literally have zero clue and I hope the right answer is found out in the near future,” Fitzgerald said when asked about Murray’s future (h/t Josh Weinfuss, ESPN).



The Cardinals started the season with two wins and zero losses, but things have gone south since that moment. They enter Week 14 with a 3-9 record and multiple questions to answer, especially regarding Murray’s future.&nbsp;



Murray has been mentioned as a potential trade target for the New York Jets, but nothing has materialized yet.&nbsp;

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S<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">eattle Seahawks</a> icon Richard Sherman discussed the ongoing comparisons between his “Legion of Boom” defense and the unit the Seahawks have in 2025. After that group was disbanded, the Seahawks’ defense struggled to keep up with opponents, becoming an easy target for run-heavy offenses and not putting up much of a fight against the passing game.&nbsp;



They have one of the best defenses in the league this season, which has prompted some fans to compare this year’s defense to the Legion of Boom.&nbsp;



They have carried games more than once when Sam Darnold struggles to keep up with opposing defenses. However, others don’t think a series of good results grants this defense the opportunity to be compared to the LOB.&nbsp;



<h2>Richard Sherman dismisses Legion of Boom comparisons</h2>



Seahawks icon Richard Sherman, a member of the Legion of Boom, revealed he wasn’t a fan of the comparison, noting that his defense was special.&nbsp;







“There’s only one of any [elite] defense,” Sherman told Sports Illustrated’s Greg Bishop. “But they’re playing really good football. Football is fun in general,” Sherman said. “But defensive football, when you’re whupping up on people, you’re in a good rhythm, everybody’s swarming — there’s nothing like it.”



The Seahawks’ defense allows 88.5 rush yards per game and 18.1 points per game (3rd). Additionally, they have forced 18 turnovers (6th) and sacked opposing quarterbacks 40 times (4th) while giving up just 6.1 yards per pass attempt (1st). While they aren’t as dangerous as the LOB, this year’s defense is showing it isn’t a weak unit.&nbsp;

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George Pickens left the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a> because, on certain days, his attitude wasn’t the best. The information was revealed in a report by Jeremy Fowler and Todd Archer, in which they discuss the crucial decision the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a> will have to make about the wide receiver: whether or not to give him a contract extension.



“The Cowboys will have to answer those questions in the coming months as they balance his personality, immense talent and ensuing monster payday. ‘When he was having a good day, he’s really fun to be around. Funny, cracking jokes, huge smile,’ a Steelers source said. ‘When he wasn’t having a good day, he didn’t want to be bothered or coached. I could never put my finger on why. When the ball was in the air, I never worried whether he was going to catch the ball and get his feet in bounds.&apos;”



After letting Micah Parsons go, Jerry Jones believed the offense could carry this team to the playoffs with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Dak Prescott</a>, CeeDee Lamb, and Pickens. However, a loss in Detroit seems to have derailed those plans.



<h2>Will George Pickens sign contract extension with Cowboys?</h2>



The Cowboys intend to give George Pickens a contract extension, and in fact Fowler and Archer’s report mentions it as well. The key point will be agreeing on how much money to pay him.


 

 


<h2>Will George Pickens become a free agent?</h2>



If the Cowboys’ offer doesn’t convince George Pickens, the wide receiver could become a free agent since his current contract expires after the 2025 season. However, the Cowboys could use the franchise tag to keep him.


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He is expected to ask for at least $30 million per season, although considering he is currently one of the best players at his position, that benchmark would be closer to $35 million per year.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/josh-allen" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Josh Allen</a> vs Joe Burrow duel will be great. However, the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback received a boost in comparison to the Buffalo Bills signal-caller ahead of this Week 14 game. It could definitely be the difference maker.



Wide receiver <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tee-higgins" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tee Higgins</a> was able to clear concussion protocol and he will start for the Bengals on Sunday against the Bills. Higgins didn’t play last week in Burrow’s return, but now he is back. Higgins is a massive wideout to recover.



Higgins is the WR2 of the team, but has the quality to be the best receiver in arguably every other team in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. Higgins is clearly a top 10 receiver, so having him as the number two on the team is a huge boost and luxury for Burrow. Ja’Marr Chase is the team’s WR1 and he is also an elite talent.



<h2>Higgins has been underused at some points this season</h2>



Having Higgins on the roster should give you the chance to use him heavily. Still, Higgins has three games with four or less targets which is insane. Higgins has six games with with 50 or less yards. He’s not been fed enough by the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bengals</a>.



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Higgins has a huge catch ratio and a clutch gene that <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/joe-burrow" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Burrow</a> will clearly use. He is trusted by the QB. The Bengals have one of the best receiving duos in the NFL paired with one of the best quarterbacks. They must produce.


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<h2>Josh Allen, instead, doesn’t have a WR1</h2>



Khalil Shakir serves as the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/buffalo-bills" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bills</a> WR1 but he wouldn’t be the first option in any other franchise. Shakir is a good slot receiver, but he is nowhere near the cream of the crop at the wideout position. 



Josh Allen has to be Superman and feed everyone without blindly trusting them. Burrow has two lethal weapons. Hence, the Bengals should feel confident that if this becomes a shootout, it’s favorable to Cincinnati.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-dolphins" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Miami Dolphins</a> and the New York Jets are both basically out of the playoffs but that doesn’t mean teams won’t compete to the fullest to win the games. In fact, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is preparing to silence the critics in Week 14. 



There is a narrative that <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tua-tagovailoa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tua Tagovailoa</a> is an awful cold weather quarterback. In fact, Joe Schad of Palm Beach Post revealed that the Dolphins are 0-7 when Tua plays under 46 degrees at kickoff. 



To that, Tagovailoa retaliated saying, “It’s a mentality,&nbsp;it’s a mindset. This is what we get paid to do – to play football regardless of if it’s raining, it’s snowing, it’s sleeting, it’s hot, it’s cold. Regardless, we’ve got to go out there and play and do our jobs.” Hence, Tagovailoa is ready to go.



<h2>The QB duel should easily be won by Tua</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tyrod-taylor" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tyrod Taylor</a> is the guy playing for the Jets, and while he is decent, Tua should be winning the QB duel without hesitation. After all, while Taylor earns $6 million a year with the Jets, Tagovailoa has an average $53.1 million per annum. 



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Taylor is 1-2 this season, completing 60.8% of his passes for 773 yards and five touchdowns against four interceptions. Tua instead has a 67.2% of his passes completed for 2,280 yards and 17 touchdowns against an <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>-leading 14 interceptions.


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<h2>Both AFC East teams must regroup for next season</h2>



Both teams have less than a 1% of chances to go to the NFL Playoffs this year. However, if they want to turn their fortunes, they must make key moves for next season. As for the Dolphins, they’ll have a new general manager and it seems like <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-mcdaniel" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mike McDaniel</a> will stay as head coach, but will be on a tight leash.



As for the Jets, they must establish a better roster and have the draft capital to do so. Also, it’ll be the second year under <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-glenn" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Aaron Glenn</a>, who must prove he is the right man for the job.

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Jerry Jones will have to make a key decision for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a> and the offense led by <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Dak Prescott</a>. After a spectacular 2025 season, George Pickens could become a free agent, but according to a report from Jeremy Fowler and Todd Archer, the wide receiver won’t be leaving America’s Team.



“The early signs are that Dallas is not afraid of the franchise tag number. ‘He ain’t leaving,’ a team source predicted. On numerous occasions, Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones has said he wants to keep Pickens.”



Pickens arrived to the Cowboys after a shocking trade with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a>. Jones made a great move considering he only had to give up a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick.



<h2>Will Cowboys give George Pickens a contract extension?</h2>



The Dallas Cowboys will give George Pickens a contract extension, according to the report published by Jeremy Fowler and Todd Archer. Obviously, the key factor in the negotiation will be how much money the wide receiver asks for, along with his agent David Mulugheta, who, by the way, is also Micah Parsons’ agent.


 

 


<h2>Is George Pickens a free agent next season?</h2>



Yes. George Pickens will be a free agent next season because this is the final year of his rookie deal. One of the reasons the Steelers didn’t want him is precisely because they weren’t willing to pay him like a top wide receiver in the NFL.


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<h2>How much money will George Pickens ask for in new contract?</h2>



George Pickens will ask for at least $30 million per season in his new contract with the Dallas Cowboys or any other team. Fowler and Archer confirmed that, because of his performances, the player wants to be in the top tier at his position.



“Multiple league sources predict Pickens will shoot for a massive number based on his play, quite possibly in the $30 million-and-up range that nine different receivers occupy, putting him close to or even in the class of Lamb, Justin Jefferson and Ja’Marr Chase, who signed the league’s richest receiver deal (four years, $161 million) in March. Some around the league are uncertain whether Dallas would acquiesce, given the franchise tag of roughly $27 million to $28 million is well under that total. That would open up the possibility of Pickens skipping the offseason program and training camp if he and the club are unable to reach a long-term agreement by July 15, 2026.”

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Detroit Lions</a> were able to win on Thursday Night Football but the cost was hefty. After the game, concerns rose regarding one of Jared Goff‘s teammates and the worst news were confirmed.



Safety Brian Branch, who is one of the best players on the Lions roster, has torn his Achilles. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, Branch will miss the rest of the season, which is a big blow to the Lions.



Branch is a leader on defense and he will definitely be missed as the Lions are trying to enter the final stretch with hopes of getting into the playoffs. The Lions are the eighth seed right now and without Branch, it will be tougher to get into January football. That puts more pressure on <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jared Goff</a> and the offense. 



<h2>Branch will leave a hole on the team’s secondary</h2>



Branch has 75 tackles, 2.5 sacks, a forced fumble and also a fumble recovery in 12 games in 2025. Branch also allowed only 51.4% completion, by far the best coverage numbers in his career. It’s a brutal loss.



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It’s not the only injury this team has suffered in this area of the field. Cornerback Terrion Arnold suffered a shoulder injury that is also season-ending. Other safety Kerby Joseph has been out since Week 6 as well.


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<h2>The Lions have tough and easy matchups against the pass</h2>



Next week is a game against the Rams, which is one of the most high-octane, prolific passing offenses in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. However, after that they face a poor passing offense like the Steelers and a very bad quarterback against the Vikings. However, they finish their season against the Chicago Bears, who have a great offense as well.



Hence, it’s two easy games vs. two tough games for the secondary. The Lions are almost in a ‘win out and you’re in‘ mode, so the fact is, those will be absolutely fierce games.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a> knows the margin for error is gone for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a> if they want any chance of making the playoffs. Because of that, the quarterback sent a very clear message to his teammates before facing the Texans and one of the best defenses in the NFL.



“You’re going to have to utilize everything to go out there and win. This is a really good football team, that’s playing really good football right now and has a really good defense. So, we have to throw it all out there and try to find a way to win. This will be a big game for us to showcase who we are and who we think we can be moving on the rest of the season.”



If the Chiefs want to keep their <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> hopes alive, they need to win the five games they have left and get a lot of help from different teams in the AFC wild card race. They no longer control their own destiny on the road to the postseason.



<h2>Are the Chiefs eliminated from NFL playoffs?</h2>



No. The Chiefs are not eliminated from the NFL playoffs despite having a 6-6 record. At the moment, Andy Reid’s team is the 10th seed in the AFC with many teams ahead of them in the standings.


 

 


<h2>Can the Chiefs win the AFC West?</h2>



Yes. The Chiefs can win the AFC West if the Broncos lose at least four games and the Chargers pick up two more losses in the games they have left. In addition, Kansas City will need to beat Denver and Los Angeles in the direct matchups they still have against them.


 


<h2>What are the Chiefs’ chances to make the playoffs?</h2>



The Chiefs currently have a 37% chance to make the playoffs, but everything will inevitably change depending on the result against the Texans. If they win, their chances go up to 51%, but if they lose, they drop to 11%.



In the wild card race, the Chiefs need the Bills and Jaguars to lose at least three games or, if they want to catch the Chargers, hope that Justin Herbert’s team loses two games, including the matchup against Kansas City.



Mahomes recognizes that the experience from many years of playing in elimination games can be crucial in facing something that is new for the Chiefs, since they were used to reaching the playoffs with some margin to spare.



“I don’t know if we’ve been in this situation this early in the season. I think just learning from it together, building together and then using what we can use from previous seasons to hopefully make a run at this thing and try to get ourselves in the playoffs and see where we can go from there.”

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Dak Prescott</a> was very honest after the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a> lost a pivotal game against the Detroit Lions in the start of Week 14. They no longer control their own destiny for the playoffs and will also need a lot of help from other teams.



“At this point, I don’t know if I can say we control our own destiny. I know it was not a stretch saying that before, but, I’m pretty sure if we won out, we were going to have a pretty damn good record, only having five losses and one tie. Being 6-6-1 with four games left now, yeah, I’m pretty sure, especially with just the way some of the divisions are shaped, the North, the West, we’re going to need some things to happen for us. I don’t think it’s in our control at this point.”



The Cowboys have gone three decades without winning the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a>, and consecutive victories over contenders like the Eagles and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a> had renewed the hopes of thousands of fans. However, what happened in Detroit has left them on the brink of elimination.



<h2>Are the Cowboys eliminated from NFL playoffs after loss to Lions?</h2>



No. The Dallas Cowboys are not eliminated from the playoffs, but they no longer control their own destiny with a 6-6-1 record. Brian Schottenheimer’s team needs to win all four remaining games on the schedule and hope for help from other teams.


 

 


<h2>Can the Cowboys win the NFC East?</h2>



Yes. The Cowboys can still win the NFC East, and that seems like the easiest path to the playoffs. The formula is very simple: if the Eagles lose three of their remaining five games and the Cowboys win out, the division title goes to Dallas.


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<h2>What are the Cowboys chances to make the playoffs?</h2>



The Cowboys have a 9% chance of making the playoffs since they need a lot of help to climb the standings. In the wild card race, the 49ers are seventh with an 8-4 record, so, just like with the Eagles, Dallas needs San Francisco to lose at least three games.



For that reason, Dak Prescott knows that the season is almost lost. “What we can do is control the way that we approach this game. I think that’s just led by the pride and love you have for this game, teammates, this organization, your opportunity to play this game. So, that will be my message to the players, and I think if we do that, we’ll still give ourselves a chance.”

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a> walked out of Detroit with a stinging 44–30 loss and a new 6–6–1 record, ending the momentum they had built during a three-game winning streak that dated back to Week 11. Dak Prescott, who threw for 376 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions, made it clear the locker room wasn’t taking this one lightly.



Before the game, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Prescott</a> believed Dallas was poised for another strong performance in Detroit similar to his 2019 explosion of 444 yards. But by halftime, the Cowboys were down 20–9 and struggling on both sides of the ball while the Lions controlled nearly every phase.



Dallas made a push in the second half, scoring 21 points in an effort to close the gap, but Detroit answered with 24 of its own to stay firmly in command. After the loss, Prescott said, “The guys are p—- off right now… I think you’re gonna get a team that’s p—-. I hope it p—- people off the right way and we use it as fuel.”



<h2>Looking ahead to critical home games</h2>



Despite the setback, the Cowboys are not eliminated from the playoff race and currently sit 10th in the NFC standings, still ahead of the Falcons, Vikings, and Commanders. But the margin for error is shrinking quickly as December heats up.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">This sack somehow wasn’t called a safety on Cowboys QB Dak Prescott… 🥶 As a Cowboys fan, I gotta admit, the Lions just got screwed BIG TIME… 💀 <a href="https://t.co/EIO3XyXbMi">pic.twitter.com/EIO3XyXbMi</a>— Mikerophone (@MikerophoneNFL) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikerophoneNFL/status/1996757189000827375?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



Prescott’s message wasn’t one of surrender but of urgency, emphasizing that this team is far from “deflated.” His hope is that their frustration becomes the spark they need to correct mistakes and recapture the energy they carried through their recent win streak.


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The Cowboys return home for a pivotal stretch, hosting the Vikings in Week 15 and the Chargers in Week 16. With the season tightening and playoff positions shifting weekly, Dallas will need immediate improvement to prove Prescott’s words weren’t just emotion, but a turning point.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ceedee-lamb">CeeDee Lamb</a> suffered a concussion that left him momentarily motionless on the field during the Dallas Cowboys‘ Week 14 game against the Lions, an alarming sight. He could not continue playing and will have to wait several days to clear the NFL’s mandated concussion protocol before returning.



The concussion protocol requires a minimum of 10 days, it’s the legally required time, according to the NFL, and that is what it could take for him to suit up again with the Cowboys. This timeline suggests he will miss at least one game while recovering.



There is at least some ‘good news’ regarding Lamb’s health. In a report by Nick Harris after the Detroit game: “Caught <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Cowboys</a> WR CeeDee Lamb coming out of the locker room after he exited with a concussion in the second half. Asked if he was good, he gave me a head nod.”



<h2>Fans anxious for Lamb’s return</h2>



The desire for Lamb’s return is high, not only because he has contributed the second-most receiving yards for the Cowboys this season, totaling 865 yards, but also because he is a highly valuable player for fantasy football fans, who consistently rely on him to generate points.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">CeeDee Lamb went to the locker room after hitting his head hard <a href="https://t.co/iUupxfg5cE">pic.twitter.com/iUupxfg5cE</a>— JM Football (@JomboyMediaFB) <a href="https://twitter.com/JomboyMediaFB/status/1996780588825821590?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



“The good news is that the Dallas Cowboys had an early game this week playing Thursday Night Football. Hopefully CeeDee Lamb has enough time to clear concussion protocol and get back for most people’s 1st week of Fantasy Football Playoffs,” commented Joshua Cho on X.


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<h2>Who could replace Lamb?</h2>



In the event Lamb is sidelined, the Cowboys have a few options on the depth chart. KaVontae Turpin is one, having contributed a total of 286 yards and one touchdown on 21 receptions this season. The other option to help fill the void is Jonathan Mingo, who had one target but failed to complete the reception in the most recent game against the Lions.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-pickens">George Pickens</a> managed only five receptions for 37 yards during the Dallas Cowboys‘ 33-44 defeat in Detroit, marking the second time this season he has been held under forty yards in a game. This poor performance led Richard Sherman to partly blame him for the loss, suggesting he played without effort.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/richard-sherman">Sherman</a>’s comments about Pickens were harsh: “uninterested in playing football…disengaged… disappeared… half-assed it…unacceptable,” a critique clearly based on the Cowboys WR’s poor stats in a game where he failed to score a touchdown.



Pickens’ defense was subdued but directed at Sherman. Nick Harris reported the player’s response on X: “Definitely for myself, personally, you can’t disappear … As a reporter or whatever his job holds, and he played ball, he has to understand the type of defense they played as well.”



<h2>Two-week drought for Pickens</h2>



Pickens has not scored a touchdown for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Cowboys</a> since the Week 12 game against the Eagles, which marked the beginning of a strong winning streak that recently ended in Detroit. Even during those ‘good games,’ Pickens only contributed that single touchdown and 378 total receiving yards.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">.<a href="https://twitter.com/RSherman_25?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RSherman_25</a> just destroyed George Pickens <a href="https://t.co/U0RBTPED4Y">pic.twitter.com/U0RBTPED4Y</a>— Shan Shariff (@1053SS) <a href="https://twitter.com/1053SS/status/1996803395102052353?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



He is no longer the same Pickens who scored a total of six touchdowns in the first six games of the season. While he was expected to continue that strong streak, he currently has only 1,179 yards and eight touchdowns in the 2025 season, indicating a significant struggle to recapture his early-season form.



<h2>The Cowboys’ next games</h2>



Next week, the Cowboys will have another opportunity to move past this defeat in Detroit. They will play the Vikings at home, where they have secured most of their wins this season, and then remain at home to host the Chargers. They currently remain ‘in the hunt’ for a playoff spot, holding the 10th position in the NFC table.

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