The Dallas Cowboys seem to have steadied their season with consecutive primetime victories, but Sunday’s matchup against the Detroit Lions poses a tougher test.

The Lions have emerged as potential Super Bowl contenders with a 3-1 record and are coming off a bye week. The Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium has lost its luster, as they’ve dropped their last three games there after a 16-game home winning streak.

A key personnel issue is Micah Parsons’ ankle; the star edge rusher missed the first game of his career due to a high ankle sprain. The Cowboys announced his status on game day, suggesting he might play against Detroit.

The Lions are favored by 3 points. Detroit is -165 on the moneyline, while Dallas sits at +140. The over/under for total points is set at 52.5.

Cowboys vs. Lions predictions:

El Paso Times: Lions 28, Cowboys 23

Bret Bloomquist notes, “The Dallas defense has shown improvement, but the Lions represent a tougher challenge. The Cowboys may struggle to contain Detroit.”

Bookies.com: Bet on the Lions covering against the Cowboys.

Bill Speros comments, “The Doomsday Clock in Dallas ticks closer to midnight with another loss on national television at Jerry World. Can Mike McCarthy keep his job? Tom Brady will witness the unfolding drama. Despite losing five straight in Dallas, the Lions are poised for victory and a narrow cover.”

Sports Betting Dime: Lions 31, Cowboys 21.2

The site’s predictions indicate the Lions will win in NFL Week 6 against the Cowboys.

ESPN: The Lions have a 58.6% chance of beating the Cowboys on Sunday.

The Cowboys are given a 41% chance of winning, with only a 0.4% likelihood of a tie.

Dimers: Cowboys 25, Lions 24

The analysis reveals a 46% win probability for the Lions, while the Cowboys sit at 54%.

Dallas Cowboys injury report:

Defensive end Marshawn Kneeland will be sidelined for 4-6 weeks due to a knee injury, as reported by ESPN on Monday.

The rookie narrowly avoided a season-ending ACL injury but will need surgery for a meniscus tear, according to ESPN and NFL Network.

Kneeland, 23, sustained the injury in the first quarter of Sunday night’s 20-17 win against Pittsburgh while tackling Steelers quarterback Justin Fields.