The Detroit Lions showcased their strength in their recent playoff victory against the Los Angeles Rams, demonstrating a potent running game that contributed significantly to their win. Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys recorded a solid yet questionable win over the Cleveland Browns, raising concerns about their rushing strategy and execution.

Despite a strong start, the Cowboys' running backs struggled, with their performance declining sharply in the second half. The strategy to utilize a committee of running backs has yet to prove effective, with Head Coach Mike McCarthy noticing the need for efficiency in their running game moving forward.