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The twelfth week delivered an epic Cowboys comeback, or perhaps an epic Philadelphia Eagles collapse?

Playoff Patrick Mahomes arrived to rescue the Chiefs' campaign while the Chicago Bears continue to impress while they extend their winning streak.

Did Sanders perform sufficiently on his first NFL outing to secure the full-time role in Cleveland?

Let's take a look at the best of the action in the league.

Analysis – Cowboys Comeback or Eagles Collapse?

Dallas found themselves down and out at twenty-one to zero down against the reigning Super Bowl champions, so how on earth did they produce their equal-largest recovery ever?

The emotions of a initial home fixture after a teammate’s tragic passing could have been a factor, but technically it was a mixture of Dak Prescott determination and a defence that cashed in on uncommon errors by the Eagles.

Dak eclipsed Tony Romo marks for passing yards (now thirty-four thousand three hundred seventy-eight) and clutch drives (twenty-five) with an dynamic display – his diving score embodying his energetic display.

Philly wasted a lead of 21 points or more for the first time since 1999, with only their second game with multiple turnovers this season – the previous being another disappointing division defeat at the New York.

In addition to 14 penalties for ninety-six yards, the attacking malaise that hit Jalen Hurts after what – for him – was an explosive beginning was significant. He had only thrown for over two hundred yards in 4 games prior to Sunday, he had more than 150 in the first half alone in Dallas.

Yet from the time Philadelphia went twenty-one to zero up their offense fell apart spectacularly – with four consecutive kicks, a missed field goal and then a turnover handing opportunity after opportunity to the Cowboys.

Philadelphia’s defence is excellent, it truly is, but an offence that's not surpassed 21 points in 5 of 7 games (three losses) is now a huge concern, because the components are all there but it's simply not working.

Sirianni’s approach is all about winning the big moments, the defense keeps them in it and what offense there is manages barely sufficient – if it cannot even do that and now the composure and ball protection is failing, there could be trouble ahead.

Spotlight – Postseason Mahomes Shows Up Early to Rescue Kansas City

It wasn’t quite as extreme, but Kansas City's eleven-point recovery in the fourth quarter versus a powerful Colts squad was hugely impressive – and may have only rescued their campaign.

How big was it? Well, the league’s advanced analytics now assign the Chiefs a fifty-eight percent probability of reaching the playoffs, when a defeat on the weekend would have reduced that number to 28%.

It’s no surprise the postseason version of Mahomes arrived, throwing for 235 yards in the second half by itself and guiding three point-scoring drives in their last 4 series to win it in extra time.

Some huge throws and daring runs are typical for Patrick in the playoffs, but currently the Kansas City are in post-season mode – at six and five and just tenth in the AFC standings.

This was closer to the former Kansas City however, with a first one-score win of the year after losing 5 already – they won 11 of them last year so, if that belief comes back, this Kansas City faithful might not be finished just yet.

Talking Point – Are Chicago Become Rulers of the North?

You just can't overlook the Bears any longer. A victory over the Steelers, without Rodgers, kept them top of the division and at eight and three – sharing the same standing as the Philadelphia.

They look dangerous on each side of the field, with a defence that tops the NFL in picks and total takeaways and, in Williams, a young player now accustomed to winning tight games.

He can at times be shaky, giving away a score after a fumble in his team’s end zone – but he additionally passed for 3 scores and, with already five final period rallies this year, he understands how to finish the game.

Green Bay are in close pursuit in the NFC North after overpowering the Vikings and the Lions are right there after overcoming the New York in extra time with a huge game from Gibbs.

The Bears are strangely the most reliable with 8 wins in nine, but as they travel to the Super Bowl winners on the holiday we'll see just how good they really are.

Preview – Exciting Thanksgiving in Store

It appears one of the most exciting holiday schedules for a long time, with each game loaded with postseason consequences.

Detroit host the Green Bay in the classic opener in Detroit, prior to a rare trip return to Dallas for the Kansas City, who began life as the Texans long ago in the 1960s before moving to Kansas City.

The weekend’s rally teams are each holding on to playoff aspirations but have minimal margin for error – so this will have a playoff atmosphere.

And how about the Baltimore Ravens? An ugly win over the Jets actually has them leading of the AFC North after starting one and five and looking finished.

Holiday and Shopping Day Fixtures (all times GMT)

• Thursday, 27 November: Green Bay Packers @ Detroit Lions (6:00 PM)
• Thursday, twenty-seven November: Kansas City Chiefs @ Cowboys (9:30 PM)
• Friday, 28 November: Cincinnati Bengals @ Ravens (1:20 AM)
• Friday, twenty-eight November: Chicago Bears @ Philadelphia Eagles (8:00 PM)

Will Shedeur Sanders Retain His Starting Role?

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski dismissed questions on whether Sanders had performed sufficiently in his first NFL outing to keep the first-team position when Gabriel returns.

Yet the issue will continue to be raised as Sanders became the first Cleveland signal-caller to win his debut league start after Eric Zeier in 1999 – with seventeen other first-year quarterbacks failing to do so afterward.

It was only the Las Vegas, and with the help of an almost aggressive Browns defense getting ten tackles, but the Browns’ offence requires a leader, a presence to inspire belief.

Moreover self-belief is one thing not lacking in Sanders, who told a CBS {