Steelers, Cowboys Rivalry Heats Up on Sunday Night

The highly anticipated Sunday Night Football matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Dallas Cowboys revisits a historic rivalry dating back to the 1970s, with both teams coming in as playoff contenders despite flaws. The Cowboys, led by quarterback Dak Prescott, face challenges such as a weak running game and the potential absence of star linebacker Micah Parsons due to injury. Meanwhile, the Steelers, with a 3-1 record, boast a strong rushing defense but were exposed by the Colts last week. Prescott, ranked fourth in passing yards, and wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, a top NFL separator, pose significant threats to Pittsburgh. The Steelers plan to counter by possibly assigning Joey Porter Jr. to shadow Lamb and leveraging their rushing offense against Dallas’ 28th-ranked run defense. This game not only tests the teams' playoff readiness but also rekindles a storied rivalry that has seen pivotal Super Bowl clashes.