Christian Mahogany had the first opportunity to fill the role before breaking his leg last month. Against Dallas, the Lions rotated 27-year-old Trystan Colon and fifth-round pick Miles Frazier into the game and they had mixed results.

Detroit Lions cornerback D.J. Reed ices the game with an interception of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs' best plays from his three touchdown game against the Dallas Cowboys during Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season.

The Packers-Lions tilt on Thanksgiving set a TV ratings record for an NFL regular-season game, but the record didn't last until turkey leftovers.

Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs tied with legend Barry Sanders for most touchdowns before turning 24 after three TDs against the Cowboys.

Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates is dealing with an injury in the second quarter of the Week 14 game against the Dallas Cowboys. Follow our tracker for all of the latest updates.

The litany of pivotal NFL matchups for Week 14 begins on Thursday night when the Detroit Lions take on the Dallas Cowboys. Both teams are vying for a playoff spot.

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