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This is Week 12 in the 2022 NFL season. The season opened on Thursday thanksgiving with three games.
The Detroit Lions Although they have been hosting Thanksgiving Day parties for 88 years, they have not had much success lately. The Buffalo Bills A late comeback was made to defeat the Lions who have won six Thanksgiving games since 2000.
The Dallas CowboysThey beat NFC East rivals to end a losing streak of three games on Thanksgiving, just like the Lions. New York Giants.
The NFL Nation reporters discuss the key takeaways from this week’s matchups, as well as any remaining questions. We also look forward to next week. Let’s get on with it.
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BUF-DET | NYG-DAL
Bills
What you need to know: While the Bills offense has its issues, they have their stars who performed when needed. This is a significant step. Over the last two seasons, Buffalo was 0-9 when leading in the fourth quarter. But quarterback Josh Allen Both the receiver and sender Stefon Diggs The unit was led downfield by the quarterback, who connected on five targets for 65 yards. However, the offense continues to focus on improving in the redzone.
What’s the next step at cornerback? Cornerback Tre’Davious White He was inactive for the first time since last Thanksgiving when he tore his ACL. However, he played only the first two series (15 snaps). After that, Buffalo mainly played rookie Christian Benford Dane Jackson. Sean McDermott coach said White took the snaps that were expected. White’s availability may be crucial as the Patriots face a tough game. 1, receivers to exceed 100 yards in games. — Alaina Getzenberg
Next game: Patriots (Thursday at 8:15 p.m. ET)
Lions
What you need to know: The Detroit Lions After losing close to the final, the team has shown they can compete with league’s best. Buffalo Bills. Now, they must find a way of winning those tight games with better clock management and better decision-making down to the final. They are currently at.500 or higher and have lost seven of their seven games against them. Except for the win against the Steelers, all of their games were against teams.500 or greater. Green Bay Packers Chicago Bears.
Is linebacker James HoustonIs this the real debut performance of? Yes, to a certain extent. But let’s not get too excited. While he’s not expected two sacks in each game with a fumble recovery, the Lions may be able to find a role. In his NFL debut, he became the first player to have two sacks since 2017.Myles Garrett T.J. Watt). He’s not being asked to play those roles, but the Lions defense, which ranks last in pass rush win rates (29.1%), could benefit from a defensive playermaker. Aidan Hutchinson. Eric Woodyard
Next game: Jaguars vs. ET (Sunday at 1 p.m. ET)
Cowboys
What you need to know: The Cowboys might have 12 days to shape their season. After losing to Green Bay on Nov. 13 in overtime, the Cowboys responded by winning two games in four days against Minnesota and the New York Giants. They were close to perfect against the Vikings but less against the Giants. But they made it 8-3 and won their divisional match. “It was win,” said Dak PrescottThe defender, who rebounded after two first-half interceptions and two second-half touchdowns. “It was a win over a division opponent, and sometimes the only thing that matters is the win.”
Signing the Cowboys is necessary Odell Beckham Jr.? They might not. CeeDee Lamb Two 100-yard receiving games were played in the three most recent games. Michael Gallup shows that his knee has healed well. The tight end group of Dalton Schultz, Jake Ferguson, Peyton Hendershot Sean McKeon Their ability to be a prominent part of the offense is a sign. Beckham is a Cowboy, but they don’t need him as their primary receiver. After a long absence due to an ACL tear, Beckham can be back and contribute. — Todd Archer
Next game: Colts vs. ET (Dec. 4, 8,20 p.m. ET)
Giants
What you need to know: This Giants team may struggle to make the playoffs, especially considering all their injuries. They lack the depth or talent and this shows when they face better opponents. New York (7-4) was a better team than they were in the first half, but now they are losing consecutively. Washington’s matchups are going to be huge. They are the Giants’ greatest threat to the final wild-card spot in the NFC.
Will the Giants be able to keep their health in the stretch? Brian Daboll, the Giants’ head coach, stated that he did not believe the injuries sustained in Thursday’s defeat would be permanent. Giants already anticipated starting outside linebacker Azeez Ojulari, left guard Ben Bredeson Right tackle Evan Neal Washington to play their next game. Daboll seems to think Daboll is talking about cornerbacks Fabian Moreau Could be back. These four players are very important and should be back relatively soon in the Giants’ stretch run. — Jordan Raanan
Next game: vs. Commanders (Sunday, 1 p.m. ET)