The Detroit Lions’ latest outing ended with a crucial victory over the Cowboys, putting them back in the conversation to claim the NFC North. However, the negative note of the day was the serious injury to a defensive player, who Dan Campbell and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jared-goff">Jared Goff</a> will sorely miss.



Brian Branch tore his Achilles during his latest outing, and the safety will miss the rest of the season alongside his teammates. Despite this serious setback, the coach remains confident in the options he has to replace him.



“We’re good, man. . . . We got options here, but it’s like anything — you lose a good player, it hurts,” the head coach said during his Monday press conference. “But it’s not like we’re in dire straits.”



His natural replacement on the gridiron was Kerby Joseph, who is recovering from a knee injury, but there was also the possibility of Thomas Harper stepping into the role, although he is currently in the concussion protocol. As the days go by, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dan-campbell">Campbell</a> will determine how to replace the safety.



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<h2>Detroit’s playoff hopes</h2>



Just when it seemed all was lost, the latest victory over the Cowboys puts the Detroit Lions back in the hunt for a Wild Card spot. According to the <a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture">NFL’s official site</a>, the team currently has a 51% chance of making the playoffs ahead of Week 15.


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<h2>What’s next for the Lions?</h2>



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions">Detroit Lions</a> face a challenging closing stretch of the regular season that will significantly impact their playoff seeding. Their schedule features a tough road trip to face the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, December 14th. They then return home to Ford Field to host the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, December 21st.



The Lions will finish their crucial December run with a Christmas Day road game against a divisional rival, the Minnesota Vikings, on Thursday, December 25th. Their final regular-season game is scheduled on the road against the Chicago Bears on Sunday, January 4th, with the game time to be determined. This sequence of games, including two road trips and a division rivalry, will be a major test of their postseason aspirations.

Lions HC Dan Campbell makes something clear after losing Jared Goff’s key teammate for the rest of the season

Lions HC Dan Campbell makes something clear after losing Jared Goff’s key teammate for the rest of the season - Bolavip US

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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.

Jared Goff, Lions get hit with woeful news as defensive star suffered gruesome injury

Jared Goff, Lions get hit with woeful news as defensive star suffered gruesome injury - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions">Detroit Lions</a> beat the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday Night Football of Week 14. With that, the Lone Star team fell to 6-6-1 and the fact is that this puts the team in a dire situation right now.



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cowboys</a> are not eliminated yet from the NFL Playoffs, but their chances of going to the postseason are now a mere 8%. So, technically and mathematically, they are not eliminated, but the chances are very slim. 



The Cowboys are second on their division but the Eagles (8-4) are comfortable in the lead of the NFC East. Dallas needs a miracle to go to the playoffs. Still, there are some silver linings that could save this season.



<h2>Jerry Jones might have not been as crazy as it first seemed</h2>



When <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jerry-jones" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jerry Jones</a> traded Micah Parsons, everyone mocked the move. In hindsight, while still a ludicrous move, the Cowboys have some positives coming out of them. First and foremost, they have one of the best offenses in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>.



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But the key moves were on the trade deadline. Bringing defensive tackle Quinnen Williams and linebacker Logan Wilson improved the defense massively. In fact, the defense now seems like a big-time unit against the run. Despite allowing the Lions a big game, they’ve been able to stop the run against much of their opponents since acquiring both players. If Dallas is capable of bringing a good pass rusher, this team could be a problem in 2026.


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<h2>What are the Cowboys’ final opponents in 2025?</h2>



Dallas will end the season with the opportunity to win three out of four games on paper. Even the game that’s a bit tougher, it’s at home so the team can dream about winning it too. Here’s the remaining schedule for the Cowboys:



<ul><li>Week 15: vs Vikings</li><li>Week 16: vs Chargers</li><li>Week 17: at Washington</li><li>Week 18: at New York (Giants)</li></ul>

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Are Cowboys eliminated from 2025 NFL playoffs after Week 14 loss to Lions on TNF? - Bolavip US

Week 14 of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> started with an incredible matchup between the Detroit Lions and the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday Night Football. Now that the game has ended, this is how the NFC standings moved.



Both teams are looking for a Wild Card berth and now that the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lions</a> won the game, they are getting near. Detroit started the week as the eighth seed and they now remain in that same position. However, now there is more pressure on seventh seed 49ers and sixth seed Packers. As for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cowboys</a>, they started at the ninth seed but now that momentum was stopped right in its tracks, they are 10th under the Panthers. These are the NFC standings.



<ol><li>Chicago Bears (9-3)</li><li>Los Angeles Rams (9-3)</li><li>Philadelphia Eagles (8-4)</li><li>Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-5)</li><li>Seattle Seahawks (9-3)</li><li>Green Bay Packers (8-3-1)</li><li>San Francisco 49ers (9-4)</li><li>Detroit Lions (8-5)</li><li>Carolina Panthers (7-6)</li><li>Dallas Cowboys (6-6-1)</li><li>Atlanta Falcons (4-8)</li><li>Minnesota Vikings (4-8)</li><li>Arizona Cardinals (3-9) – Out of playoffs</li><li>Washington Commanders (3-9)</li><li>New Orleans Saints (2-10) – Out of playoffs</li><li>New York Giants (2-11) – Out of playoffs.</li></ol>



<h2>Dallas’ chances to go to the playoffs are very slim</h2>



This loss caused the Cowboys’ playoff chances to go down to almost none. Now that they are 6-6-1, the Cowboys have an 8% of chances to go to the playoffs. If they won, their chances would’ve improved all the way to 35% according to <a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL.com</a>. They also let go of the chance to leapfrog the Lions. It’s a painful loss for the Cowboys.



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Now that the Cowboys have pretty much kissed the playoffs goodbye, they will continue to try and play spoiler to other teams as they establish their roster under first-year coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brian-schottenheimer" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brian Schottenheimer</a>.


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<h2>The Lions are still dreaming with the Wild Card spot</h2>



By progressing to 8-5, the Lions have a 54% probability of making the playoffs. It was a key victory for a team who lost key games earlier. In fact, as they pursue the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/green-bay-packers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Packers</a>, the Lions also know they are losing on the tiebreakers, hence, they also need Green Bay to slip.



It hasn’t been an easy road for the Lions in 2025, but the grit and passion of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dan-campbell" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dan Campbell</a> and his team is keeping them alive in a very tough NFC. For now, they need to keep collecting wins and praying that Packers and 49ers lose a couple of their remaining games.

NFC standings updated after Lions-Cowboys TNF in NFL Week 14

NFC standings updated after Lions-Cowboys TNF in NFL Week 14 - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions">Detroit Lions</a> are in trouble after losing three of their last five games. With a 7-5 record, Dan Campbell’s team has fallen behind in the NFC North and is currently out of the playoff picture as the 8th seed.



The division title still can’t be ruled out, as the Lions are only two games behind the Bears and will face them in Week 18. In addition, Chicago and Green Bay will play each other twice, so anything is possible in the standings.



However, any scenario would be useless if the Lions don’t beat the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a> at home. A loss could leave them very close to elimination, depending on other results and teams.



<h2>What happens if Lions lose today vs Cowboys?</h2>



If the Lions lose to the Cowboys, they would fall to a 7-6 record and drop to the 9th seed in the NFC, as Dallas would surpass them with a 7-5-1 record. In addition, they would be three games behind the Bears in the race for the NFC North lead.


 

 


That would mean that, to keep their playoff hopes alive, the Lions would need the Packers and 49ers to lose at least three games, and they would have to win all four of their remaining matchups: Rams, Steelers, Vikings, and Bears.



At the moment, in the wild card race, the Seahawks hold the No. 5 seed with a 9-3 record, the Packers are the 6th seed at 8-3-1, and the San Francisco 49ers would have the final spot with an 8-4 record.


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What happens if Lions lose against Cowboys?

What happens if Lions lose against Cowboys in NFL Week 14?

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Dak Prescott</a> is typically crystal clear before and during prime-time games, and this time he sent a message to the Detroit Lions to beware of what he plans to do with his arm. He is aiming for big yardage, just as he did the last time the Dallas Cowboys played in Detroit.



It was Jane Slater on X who reported Prescott’s “warning” to the Lions: “Just asked Dak Prescott what he remembers from the last one here ‘that we lit them up. Lot of passing yards. About to do it again,’ I asked can I quote you on that ‘sure’ with a confident smile.”



The quarterback is referencing a game from November 17, 2019. That was the last time before the TNF game on December 4, 2025, that he and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Cowboys</a> had played in Detroit. In that matchup, Prescott threw for a total of 444 passing yards with three touchdowns, leading the team to a 35-27 victory.



<h2>Will the Lions defense be able to stop Dak Prescott?</h2>



Currently, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions">Lions</a> defense is allowing an average of 22.8 points per game, ranking them 15th out of 32 in the league. So far, they have conceded a total of 2,550 passing yards through 13 weeks, and in their last home game, they allowed 233 yards in a loss to the Packers.



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Prescott is currently enjoying a three-game winning streak with the Cowboys that began right after their bye week. One of those three wins was a road victory against the Raiders, and in the other two games, he threw for over 300+ yards.


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However, despite having dropped a couple of games at home this 2025 season, the Lions have a strong 7-5-0 home record to protect. They will be determined not to let a 6-5-1 team come in and ruin their moment, especially since they are so close to securing a playoff berth.

Dak Prescott fires a bold warning at the Lions just hours before the Cowboys’ TNF showdown in Detroit

Dak Prescott fires a bold warning at the Lions just hours before the Cowboys’ TNF showdown in Detroit - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a> are trying to stay alive in the playoff race. After starting the 2025 season with a 3-5-1 record, Jerry Jones’ team seemed finished, but, surprisingly, they responded with three consecutive wins.



In that stretch, the key moment came when they were down 21-0 against the Eagles. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Dak Prescott</a> led an epic comeback to secure the win at home, and then, on Thanksgiving Day, they delivered one of the best performances of the year to defeat <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a> and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a>.



The Cowboys have already shown that they can be <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> contenders, but the big question is whether they can maintain that momentum on a tough road trip to Detroit. Find out what happens with a loss to the Lions in Week 14.



<h2>What happens if the Cowboys lose against the Lions in Week 14?</h2>



If the Cowboys lose against the Lions on Thursday Night Football, Dak Prescott’s team will drop to a 6-6-1 record and will be practically out of playoff contention, as they would be two and a half games behind the 49ers (the No. 7 seed).


 

 


<h2>Can the Cowboys make the playoffs if they lose to the Lions?</h2>



Yes. The Cowboys can still make the playoffs even with a loss to the Lions. However, their chances would be greatly reduced. They would need at least three losses from teams like the Packers or 49ers, in addition to the Lions losing at least twice. Of course, Dallas would have to win the four remaining games on the schedule.


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<h2>What happens if the Cowboys win today vs Lions?</h2>



If the Cowboys win today against the Lions, Jerry Jones’ team would improve to a 7-5-1 record and would only need help from the 49ers to move up in the standings. They would be just one and a half games away from entering the playoff zone.



The other path, and perhaps the more accessible one, is to hope for a collapse by the Eagles in the race to win the NFC East. If Philadelphia loses two games and Dallas manages to win all their remaining matchups, Dak Prescott and his teammates would claim the division title.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Detroit Lions</a> and the Dallas Cowboys remain contenders in the race to secure a coveted NFL playoff spot. Today’s matchup is pivotal, as a victory for either team could significantly improve their prospects for advancing to the next phase. Anticipation is high, especially with the potential appearance of Amon-Ra St. Brown, whose performance has been a key component of Detroit’s offense this season.



Amon-Ra St. Brown’s participation in today’s game was uncertain due to his injury. Fortunately, the Lions listed the star wide receiver as active for the game against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cowboys</a> in Week 14.



St. Brown has stood out as a mainstay in the Lions’ offensive unit throughout the season. His impressive stats include 9 touchdowns, 45 first downs, and 884 rushing yards, underlining his significance to the team as they push for playoff qualification.



The Lions are gearing up for a vital clash against the Cowboys, striving to improve their position in the NFC standings. Currently, they trail the San Francisco 49ers by just one spot; with the 49ers at 9-4 and the Lions at 7-5, the Lions have a 42% probability of making the playoffs, making today’s game even more critical.



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<h2>Lions’ full injury report</h2>



In addition to St. Brown’s past uncertain status, the Lions had four other players confirmed out, with several others listed as questionable for the game against the Cowboys at Ford Field.


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Here is the full injury report:



<ul><li>Kerby Joseph, S – Out</li><li>Kalif Raymond, WR – Out</li><li>Brock Wright, TE – Out</li><li>Shane Zylstra, TE – Out</li><li>Kayode Awosika, G – Questionable</li><li>Brian Branch, DB – Questionable</li><li>Taylor Decker, T – Questionable</li><li>Graham Glasgow, OL – Questionable</li><li>Penei Sewell, T – Questionable</li><li>Amon-Ra St. Brown, WR – Questionable</li><li>Sione Vaki, RB – Questionable</li></ul>



<h2>Cowboys’ roster updates</h2>



While the Lions are contending with multiple lineup absences, the Dallas Cowboys also face challenges, with two players confirmed out for today’s clash at Ford Field.



Tyler Guyton, OT, and Trevor Diggs, CB, are ruled out according to the Cowboys’ latest injury report. Additionally, the statuses of Jadeveon Clowney, OLB, and Malik Hooker, FS, remain questionable, although the fan base holds hope to see them take the field.

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Is Amon-Ra St. Brown playing today for Lions vs Cowboys on TNF in 2025 NFL Week 14? - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Detroit Lions</a> have fallen short of expectations this season. Now, with a tough stretch to close out the regular season, HC <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dan-campbell" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dan Campbell</a> has turned up the pressure on his players.



With only a few games left, the Lions no longer control their own path to the playoffs. Despite the adversity, Campbell has urged his roster to reach peak performance as they make one final push.



“It takes every guy that we have doing their job,” Dan Campbell said. “The margin for error is small, but it’s doable. We can do it. We’ve got to eliminate the things that keep us from winning before we can win the game. Before you start battling against the opponent you’ve got to stop battling against yourself.”



<h2>A complicated ending for Detroit</h2>



Detroit has dropped several games that many fans had counted as wins before the 2025 NFL season began. Those losses have made the playoff picture much tighter, and the team is now doing the math to see whether a postseason berth is still within reach.



At 7-5, the Lions currently sit as the 7th seed in the NFC and remain in the hunt. The Bears hold the No. 1 seed at 9-3, while the Packers occupy a Wild Card spot with an 8-3-1 record.



The final stretch will not be easy. Detroit is set to face the Cowboys, Rams, Steelers, Vikings, and Bears. Of those matchups, only the game against Minnesota is widely viewed as winnable, unless Detroit pulls off a surprise.


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While the Lions need help from other teams, winning most of their remaining games would greatly boost their playoff chances. If they fall short, their streak of two straight postseason appearances may come to an end.

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Dan Campbell turns up the heat on Lions players with make-or-break stretch coming - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Detroit Lions</a> got hit with awful news that will really harm them for the rest of the season. They were expecting to get team legend Frank Ragnow back as he was willing to unretire. However, bad news struck regarding the offensive lineman.



When performing a medical, it was revealed that Ragnow was dealing with a Grade 3 hamstring strain, which would sideline him for the rest of the season, making his return impossible. After failing the physical, he will stay retired.



The Lions announced this via their socials and ended the post by saying that Ragnow is “forever a Lion.” However, this still means that their offensive line woes won’t be solved.



<h2>Ragnow can make a push for NFL immortality</h2>



Ragnow played seven seasons in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> but he was elite every single year. In fact, he has four Pro Bowl selections in his short career. He was second-team All Pro four times as well. Ragnow is only 29 years old, but the fact that he is sorely missed could add to his Hall of Fame case.



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Ragnow played left guard before transitioning to center, where he was a perennial top three center in the league. For the Lions, Ragnow was the perfect replacement for the injured Graham Glasgow. Now, Michael Niese will keep his spot, but he has been a weak link in the trenches.


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<h2>The Lions need a perfect run to go to the playoffs</h2>



The NFL Playoffs are looking far-fetched for the Lions. The Lions are 7-5 and if the season ended today, they would be out of the postseason. The remaining schedule is what they need to nail, apart from bad results of other teams, to go to the playoffs.



The Lions’ schedule is the next one:



<ul><li>Week 14: vs Cowboys</li><li>Week 15: at Los Angeles (Rams)</li><li>Week 16: vs Steelers</li><li>Week 17: at Minnesota</li><li>Week 18: at Chicago</li></ul>

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Detroit Lions</a> suffered a tough loss to the Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the only bad news for the team, as star wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown left the game with an injury. Now, the club has provided an important update on his status.



Week 13 started on the wrong foot for the Lions. Dan Campbell’s team fell at home to Green Bay, complicating their push for a playoff spot. To make matters worse, Amon-Ra St. Brown exited the game due to injury and was unable to return.



However, the team has now offered clarity on the wideout’s condition and his availability for the final stretch of the season. A key update for Jared Goff’s offense and his group of wide receivers.



<h2>Report: Amon-Ra St. Brown’s injury not expected to be serious</h2>



Things simply haven’t gone Detroit’s way this year. Following several major changes in the offseason, the team hasn’t reached the level most fans expected, and Week 13 only added to the frustration.



Along with losing a crucial NFC North matchup, the Lions saw Amon-Ra St. Brown go down with a low-ankle sprain. Fortunately, there is encouraging news. According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Media, the Lions will not place St. Brown on injured reserve, and he is expected to return soon.



The star receiver will be evaluated on a week-to-week basis as the team monitors his progress. Fortunately, he has an entire week to recover until their Week 14 match against the Cowboys.


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<h2>A tough stretch ahead</h2>



Detroit remains in the playoff hunt, but the loss to the Packers has complicated the picture. The Lions now depend on other results—and must win as many remaining games as possible—to secure a postseason spot.



Next week, Detroit host the Dallas Cowboys at Ford Field, who have shown significant improvement in recent weeks. A victory against Dallas is crucial if the Lions hope to keep their playoff chances alive.

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The first game of the Thanksgiving slate between the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Detroit Lions</a> and Green Bay Packers was just awesome. Besides the final result, both teams now have a different outlook as far as the NFC North standings and the NFL playoff picture concern.



The game ended 31-24 in favor of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/green-bay-packers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Packers</a>. With the result, the NFC North standings have the Bears first with an 8-3 record. This result now puts the Packers at 8-3-1 at second clearing the divisional tiebreaker against the Lions and waiting to see if the Bears slip on Friday to overtake them in the division. The Lions fall to 7-5. The Vikings are dead last with a 4-7 record.



The Packers and the Bears have to play twice before the regular season ends, so the division will be decided on those two games, most likely. The team that wins the division automatically assures a spot in the postseason and receives a playoff game at home.



<h2>The Lions are in big trouble now</h2>



If the season ended today, the Lions would be out of the playoffs. They entered the game as the 8th seed in the NFC, and now at 7-5, they can see how the 49ers can make a gap between them. San Francisco plays the Browns in a game that is very winnable for them.



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If the Niners win, their record would be 9-4 and have a bye next week. This means San Francisco would have a two game lead over Detroit and it will be rested for the final stretch. It was a devastating loss for the Lions.


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<h2>The Lions are not good at Thanksgiving games</h2>



The Lions were the first team to be a Thanksgiving feature. It was their idea. However, while the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> in general thanks them, it hasn’t given the team the best of results. Detroit is now 38-45-2 all-time on Thanksgiving, and the team always plays at home!



If the Lions are eliminated, it will be one of the biggest disappointments of the season. At the start of the year, the Lions were one of the favorites to win the Super Bowl. The playoffs were almost a guarantee.

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Eminem delivered a surprise to everyone during the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions">Detroit Lions</a> versus Green Bay Packers game alongside Jack White, a completely unexpected appearance that was one of those rare occurrences that happen during Thanksgiving Day NFL games.



On social media, people were buzzing about Eminem’s appearance, noting that he has long been a known fan of the Lions. “That is a halftime show people will talk about for years,” commented Spinal (@guccispinal). Others even suggested the performance surpassed the previous Super Bowl halftime show, with @u_peaked saying, “Way better than the Kendrick Lamar halftime.”



Eminem does not typically make surprise appearances, though he did once before during the Oscars in 2020, an event that caused a huge stir. It is worth noting that while he lives in Michigan, not Detroit proper, he has always maintained a strong connection to the city and the Lions franchise.



<h2>Fan criticizes future Super Bowl LX halftime show</h2>



Among the reactions seen on social media to Eminem’s show with Jack White, one fan, under the name Tiger Fan 63 (@bluechkmark18), commented: “This is what America wants, not Bad Bunny,” in an indirect criticism of the NFL regarding the upcoming Super Bowl, which is set to feature a non-U.S. singer.



Even the well-known football account on X, @MLFootball, weighed in, suggesting that Eminem in a halftime show would be much better than Bad Bunny: “JACK WHITE &amp; EMINEM >>> BAD BUNNY HALFTIME SHOW,” the account commented on X.



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Thanksgiving football is always must-see, but sadly for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Detroit Lions</a>, one of their stars might not return to the game vs. the Green Bay Packers. Wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown needed to exit the game to be checked out after suffering an unfortunate injury.



The Lions tagged St. Brown as out of the game with an ankle injury. He was blocking on a running play and his ankle got rolled over by two of his teammates accidentally. It’s confirmed he will miss the rest of the game against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/green-bay-packers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Packers</a>.



These plays happen a lot. Players are trying to block but that leaves them unprotected from behind. Not only that, they can’t even react, so it’s a blind hit where there is not much the player can do to survive. It ends up being down to how lucky he is to not get injured.



<h2>The Lions can’t afford to lose St. Brown</h2>



The Lions aren’t as explosive as last year. However, the one constant they have is Amon-Ra St. Brown being unstoppable. Without him, they lose their best wideout, but also one of their two best players on offense. St. Brown has 884 yards on 75 receptions and nine touchdowns this year. He is an incredible player.



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The next-best receiver is Jameson Williams, who has only 562 yards and five touchdowns this year. No other wide receiver on the team has even reached more than 150 yards on the season. No St. Brown means no danger.


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<h2>The Lions are in a playoff hunt</h2>



The Lions have been used to be in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> Playoffs. However, this year they are not even in right now. They are the 8th seed and can’t afford to lose games if they want to go to the postseason.



Without St. Brown, it’s almost mission impossible. The Lions do have big weapons like running back Jahmyr Gibbs, but after that, the other stars are either injured or not playing to their usual level.

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Thanksgiving in Detroit has long carried its own rhythm, blending <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> tradition with the city’s unmistakable musical identity. As the holiday slate returns for another year, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-lions">Lions</a> once again step into a familiar national spotlight.



This year’s celebration arrives with added momentum. Thanksgiving games continue breaking audience records, with recent broadcasts drawing some of the largest holiday viewership numbers the league has ever seen.



Within that backdrop, Detroit’s 86th Thanksgiving Classic gains extra energy. Between the matchup against <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/green-bay-packers">Green Bay</a> and the club’s ongoing partnership with local talent, the stage is set for another high-profile holiday tradition.



<h2>Jack White takes center stage in Detroit’s holiday showcase</h2>



Detroit’s own Jack White will headline the halftime show for the Lions–Packers clash, bringing one of the city’s most recognizable musical figures back home for a moment already expected to draw huge numbers.



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The performance is part of the Thanksgiving Halftime Show powered by Verizon, airing nationally during the 1 p.m. ET broadcast on FOX. The national anthem will be performed by renowned gospel singer CeCe Winans, adding another layer of local significance to the event.



Their halftime production continues evolving under the guidance of two notable Detroit figures: Eminem and Paul Rosenberg. Both are serving as Executive Producers of the team’s Thanksgiving shows through 2027, shaping talent choices and creative direction in partnership with Jesse Collins Entertainment.



Alongside the music, the Lions will also spotlight a donation-based initiative in support of Feeding America, weaving a community-driven message into one of the most-watched games of the regular season. For Detroit, it’s a blend of local pride and national attention, all wrapped into a single holiday afternoon.

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