The Dallas Cowboys began the 2024 NFL season with a challenging start, losing two of their first three games and casting doubt on their Super Bowl potential under head coach Mike McCarthy.
However, the team has shown resilience, securing back-to-back wins over the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers. This recent success suggests a positive shift for a team that had seemed to be unraveling, particularly due to numerous injuries on the defensive front.
The Dallas Cowboys had a challenging start to the 2024 NFL season, with two losses in their first three games, which cast doubt on their Super Bowl hopes under coach Mike McCarthy. However, they managed to rebound with wins over the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers, hinting at a possible turnaround despite dealing with several defensive injuries.
In Week 6, the Cowboys face a tough test as they host the Detroit Lions at AT&T Stadium. Unfortunately, they’ll be missing key players on defense, as both leading tackler Eric Kendricks and star pass rusher Micah Parsons are sidelined, according to Jon Machota of The Athletic.
Eric Kendricks is sidelined due to shoulder and calf injuries sustained in Week 5 against the Steelers, a game that Micah Parsons also missed because of a high ankle sprain.
The Lions, with a 3-1 record, are coming off their bye week, which means they’ll likely be fresher than the Cowboys. This isn’t an ideal situation for Mike McCarthy’s team, especially given their current roster challenges.
If both the Cowboys and Lions maintain strong performances throughout the season, this matchup could offer a preview of the NFC Championship Game. However, at the moment, Detroit seems to have the upper hand, as they appear to be the healthier and more well-rounded team.
