This is a huge game for the Detroit Lions. Arguably the biggest one the Lions have played under head coach Jim Caldwell. The division title—or at least any shot at it—might just lay on the outcome. On national television.
With a loss, the Lions would fall three games behind the Minnesota Vikings, who would then most likely hold the tie-breaker over the Lions, as well. The Lions are healthy, and at a great time, what with this huge game upcoming.
There’s only one problem.
The big game I’m referring to is next week, on Thanksgiving, against those division-leading Vikings.