NFL 2017: 1 Thing each team should be thankful for at Thanksgiving

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SANTA CLARA, CA – OCTOBER 22: Ezekiel Elliott #21 of the Dallas Cowboys rushes with the ball against the San Francisco 49ers during their NFL game at Levi’s Stadium on October 22, 2017 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /

Dallas Cowboys: Ezekiel Elliott

If there’s one thing we know for sure, it’s that the Cowboys aren’t the same team without running back Ezekiel Elliott. Since Elliott’s six-game suspension started, Dallas is (0-2) and their offense has averaged a total of 8 points in those two losses. While there are many more issues on this offense than just Elliott being out, he is clearly the most crucial factor in their success.

Denver Broncos: Von Miller

Even though the Broncos are having one of their worst seasons in recent memory, Von Miller is still producing at an extremely high level. With 8 sacks and 5 tackles-for-loss in 2017, Miller is showing why he is among the NFL’s elite defensive players. Even with the season long gone, the former Texas A&M Aggie is still playing with a ton of pride and effort.

Detroit Lions: Weak end-of-season schedule

Detroit has overcome a lot already this season, and now they have an opportunity to make a run towards the NFC Playoffs thanks to a weak schedule through the next six weeks. With remaining match-ups against the Vikings, Ravens, Buccaneers, Bears, Bengals and Packers; the Lions have a great chance of making the postseason.

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