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The twelfth week delivered an epic Cowboys rally, or was it an massive Philadelphia Eagles implosion?

Postseason Patrick Mahomes showed up to salvage the Kansas City's campaign as the Bears continue to surprise as they extend their victorious run.

And did Shedeur Sanders do enough on his first NFL start to earn the full-time job in Ohio?

Let's take a look at the best of the week in the NFL.

Analysis – Dallas Rally or Philly Fail?

The Cowboys found themselves trailing badly at 21-0 behind versus the defending Super Bowl champions, how exactly did they produce their joint-best comeback in history?

Sentiment of a first home fixture since Marshawn Kneeland tragic passing could have played a part, however it was a combination of Prescott’s resolve and a defence that pounced on rare mistakes by the Philadelphia.

Prescott surpassed Romo’s records for yards thrown (now thirty-four thousand three hundred seventy-eight) and clutch possessions (25) with an all-action performance – his diving touchdown embodying his all-action display.

Philly wasted a lead of twenty-one points or more for the initial time since 1999, with just their second game with several giveaways this season – the other being another disappointing division defeat at the Giants.

In addition to 14 infractions for 96 yards, the attacking malaise that hit Hurts after what – for him – was an explosive beginning was significant. He'd only thrown for over two hundred yards in 4 games before the weekend, he had more than 150 in the opening two quarters alone in Texas.

Yet from the time Philadelphia went 21-0 up their offense fell apart spectacularly – with four consecutive kicks, a failed three-point attempt and then a fumble handing opportunity after opportunity to the Dallas.

The Eagles defense is excellent, it truly is, but an offense that's not eclipsed 21 points in five of 7 games (3 losses) is now a huge concern, as the components are all there but it's just not working.

Nick Sirianni game is all about winning the big moments, the defence keeps them in it and what offense there is does just about sufficient – if it can't even do that and now the composure and possession security is breaking down, there may be problems ahead.

In Focus – Playoff Patrick Appears Prematurely to Rescue Kansas City

It wasn't quite as dramatic, but Kansas City's 11-point comeback in the final period against a strong Indianapolis team was very notable – and could have just rescued their season.

How big was it? Well, the NFL's advanced analytics now assign the Chiefs a 58% chance of reaching the playoffs, when a loss on the weekend would have reduced that number to 28%.

No wonder the playoff form of Mahomes turned up, throwing for two hundred thirty-five yards in the second half by itself and guiding 3 scoring drives in their final four series to seal it in extra time.

Some huge passes and daring runs are commonplace for Mahomes in the postseason, but currently the Chiefs are in playoff form – at 6-5 and only 10th in the conference standings.

This was more like the old Kansas City however, with a initial close win of the season after dropping 5 already – they won 11 of them the previous season so, if that confidence comes back, this Kansas City faithful may not be done just yet.

Discussion – Can Bears Become Kings of the North?

You just can't overlook the Bears now. A victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, without Aaron Rodgers, maintained them first of the division and at eight and three – holding the identical standing as the Philadelphia.

They look dangerous on both sides of the field, with a defense that tops the league in picks and total takeaways and, in Caleb Williams, a emerging player now used to winning tight games.

He can at times be shaky, giving away a touchdown after a fumble in his team’s goal area – but he additionally threw 3 scores and, with already 5 final period rallies this season, he understands how to finish the game.

Green Bay are in hot chase in the NFC North after overpowering the Minnesota and the Lions are right there after beating the New York in overtime with a huge game from Jahmyr Gibbs.

Chicago are interestingly the most consistent with 8 victories in nine, but as they travel to the Super Bowl winners on Thanksgiving we'll see just how strong they truly are.

Look Ahead – Thrilling Thanksgiving in Prospect

It appears one of the best holiday line-ups for years, with each game packed with playoff implications.

The Lions welcome the Green Bay in the classic opener in Michigan, before a unusual visit return to Texas for the Chiefs, who began life as the Texans long ago in the 1960s before moving to Missouri.

Sunday's comeback kings are both holding on to postseason aspirations but have very little margin for error – so this will have a playoff atmosphere.

And how about the Baltimore Ravens? An ugly victory over the New York actually has them leading of the AFC North after starting 1-5 and appearing finished.

Thanksgiving and Black Friday Games (all times GMT)

• Thursday, twenty-seven November: Packers @ Lions (18:00)
• Thursday, 27 November: Chiefs @ Cowboys (21:30)
• Friday, 28 November: Bengals @ Baltimore Ravens (1:20 AM)
• Friday, twenty-eight November: Bears @ Philadelphia Eagles (8:00 PM)

Will Shedeur Sanders Retain His Starting Role?

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski dismissed inquiries on whether Shedeur Sanders had done enough in his debut professional outing to maintain the first-team position when Gabriel returns.

Yet the issue will keep being asked as Shedeur became the first Cleveland quarterback to secure his debut league game since Eric Zeier in 1999 – with seventeen additional rookie quarterbacks unsuccessful to do so since.

It was only the Raiders, and with the assistance of an nearly feral Browns defense recording 10 sacks, but Cleveland's offense requires a leader, a figurehead to build belief.

And confidence is something not missing in Shedeur, who informed a CBS {