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This article discusses the key takeaways and rising/falling players from Week 16 of the NFL season. The Dallas Cowboys had a crucial win against the Detroit Lions, with wide receiver Brandin Cooks performing well and running back Tony Pollard struggling. The Detroit Lions' loss may impact their playoff seeding. In the game between the Cleveland Browns and the New York Jets, Browns quarterback Joe Flacco continued his impressive performance, while the Jets' defense was exposed. Tight end David Njoku had a standout game for the Browns, while linebacker C.J. Mosley struggled for the Jets.
- The Dallas Cowboys' win against the Detroit Lions is significant for their Super Bowl hopes.
- Wide receiver Brandin Cooks performed well for the Cowboys, while running back Tony Pollard struggled.
- The Detroit Lions' loss may impact their playoff seeding.
- Cornerback Ifeatu Melifonwu had a good game for the Lions.
- The Cleveland Browns' quarterback Joe Flacco continues to impress.
- Tight end David Njoku had a standout game for the Browns.
- The New York Jets' defense needs improvement, particularly in pass coverage.
- Running back Breece Hall performed well for the Jets.
- Linebacker C.J. Mosley struggled for the Jets.
Brandin Cooks | WR
Pickup
- Cooks came up big for Dallas in the clutch with a 21-yard grab on third-and-4 and a touchdown.
- He has seven touchdowns this season.
Joe Flacco | QB
Pickup
- Flacco threw for 296 yards in the first half alone, the most in any half of his career.
- He has been leading the NFL in passing since Week 13.
David Njoku | TE
Pickup
- Njoku had 113 receiving yards in the first quarter alone and is proving to be a top receiving threat at his position.
Breece Hall | RB
Pickup
- Hall had over 100 yards from scrimmage for the second week in a row and scored a touchdown.
Dallas Cowboys
- The Cowboys' win is better than a third straight loss for their Super Bowl hopes.
- The offense, led by CeeDee Lamb and Brandin Cooks, did enough in critical moments.
- The defense came up with key stops in the fourth quarter.
Detroit Lions
- The Lions' loss may impact their playoff seeding and chances for home-field advantage and a first-round bye.
- Cornerback Ifeatu Melifonwu has been performing well since Week 14.
Cleveland Browns
- Quarterback Joe Flacco continues to impress and lead the league in passing since Week 13.
- Tight end David Njoku had a standout game with 113 receiving yards in the first quarter.
New York Jets
- The Jets' defense needs improvement, particularly in pass coverage.
- Running back Breece Hall had another strong performance.
- Linebacker C.J. Mosley struggled in pass coverage.