Week 14 gave the Cowboys a chance to prove they were playoff worthy, but they wilted in every big moment in the loss to the Lions.

The Dallas Cowboys announced a new pass-rush addition just hours before Thursday night's primetime matchup against the Lions.

Brandon Aubrey has had some impressive games in his career, but he might have outdone himself on Thursday night in Detroit. The kicker broke two NFL records against the Lions and he was one of the few bright spots for the Dallas Cowboys in a 44-30 loss at Ford Field.

The Detroit Lions offense rolled, but the defense had a mixed night, forcing 3 turnovers and recording 5 sacks but allowing 30 points.

The Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions take the field for NFL Thursday Night Football tonight in Week 14. TNF start time, TV schedule and how to watch.

The Lions, however, lost a key player in Thursday’s victory. This was after Pro Bowl defensive back Brian Branch was forced to exit the game in the third quarter due to an ankle injury. The 24-year-old was unable to return and appears to now be dealing with a concerning issue.

DETROIT — Amon-Ra St. Brown was active for the Detroit Lions against the Dallas Cowboys Thursday night. The two-time All-Pro receiver left last week's loss to Green Bay with an ankle injury and had been listed as questionable on the injury report.

There is a playoff atmosphere around Detroit as the Lions prepare to play the Dallas Cowboys at Ford Field on Thursday night.