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NFL Power Rankings Week 13: Cowboys Remain at the top

By Jaclynkelli Kronemberg

Nov 24, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) scores a touchdown against the Washington Redskins during the second half at AT&T Stadium. The Cowboys defeat the Redskins 31-26. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 24, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) scores a touchdown against the Washington Redskins during the second half at AT&T Stadium. The Cowboys defeat the Redskins 31-26. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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team. 123. The Dallas Cowboys kicked off week 12 on Thanksgiving against the Washington Redskins. In a battle to the end, the Cowboys pulled off a 31-26 victory behind a strong showing by their rookies. This is the first time in franchise history the Cowboys have won 10 straight games. <p>The Cowboys went 5-5 in the red zone and had a total of 353 yards in the game. They swept the Redskins with this victory. Ezekiel Elliott rushed 20 times for 97 yards and two touchdowns. Dak Prescott went 17-of-24 for 195 yards and a touchdown and rushed eight times for 39 yards and a touchdown.</p> <p>Dallas dominated the first half, going into halftime with a 17-6 lead. In the third quarter, the defenses held strong with neither team scoring. The Redskins stormed back in the fourth quarter to pull within five with less then two minutes remaining. The onside kick went out of bounds sealing the Cowboys victory.</p> <p>The Cowboys play the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday night. It has been proven to be difficult to defeat the Cowboys. The Vikings have a top defense and the Cowboys rookies will need to adjust quickly to pull off the win. This week will be a test for the Cowboys.</p>. 10-1. Previous: . Dallas Cowboys. 1

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