After a game in which the Dallas Cowboys’ defense was uncharacteristically out of position, they recovered nicely against the Detroit Lions. Regarded as one of the league’s top offenses, the were rendered ineffective thanks to a Cowboys defense that sacked quarterback Jared Goff five times and forced five turnovers.
Holding the Lions to a total of six points, and only one red zone trip that was unsuccessful, was a true team effort. However, it was a new face that emerged to make timely plays and throw the Lions offense off track. The Cowboys had a heavy rotation on the defensive line, and it created an opportunity for rookie pass rusher Sam Williams who took down the Lions offense and this week’s game ball.