But those identity-setting third-down rushes have allowed the Lions to play the way they want to play. When they get in these rock fights, they lean on the run to control the clock and set up other aspects of their attack. This also gives the defense a chance to catch their breath and continue playing at a high level.

There is plenty of NFL action for Week 12 and on Sunday, Nov. 24, one of the matchups in the early slate sees the Indianapolis Colts hosting the Detroit Lions at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Minnesota Vikings, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers show that road to Super Bowl in NFC goes through NFC North division.