The Detroit Lions will once again attempt to win a game without longtime franchise quarterback Matthew Stafford under center. The 31-year old passer will miss his second consecutive game with a back injury.
With backup quarterback Jeff Driskel starting in Stafford’s place, the Lions will take on the NFC East-leading Dallas Cowboys. If Detroit is going to pull off a victory at home against Dallas, here are three Cowboys players they must find a way to stop.
Dak Prescott, QB
With former Lions’ backup quarterback and first-time offensive coordinator Kellen Moore calling the plays in Dallas, fourth-year quarterback Dak Prescott is posting impressive numbers.