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Detroit Lions stock watch: Rookie defensive players playing well, Rams castoffs not working

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ARLINGTON, Texas — Free Press sports writer Dave Birkett breaks down the Detroit Lions' 24-6 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, and looks at players and coaches who helped and hurt their stock Sunday at AT&T Stadium:

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CB Jeff Okudah

Okudah remains one of the bright spots in the Lions’ otherwise disappointing season, and he bounced back from his worst game of the year in a huge way Sunday. He had a career-high 15 tackles, including one for loss, and keyed a good showing by the Lions’ run defense.