The game of the year might just be one day away for the NFL.

 The Packers of Green Bay against the Cowboys of Dallas.  Two storied programs whose histories are as rich as the hatred between the two squads.  The last time they played in Dallas with it meaning as much was in 1995 in the NFC Championship game.  The Cowboys were triumphant on that cold January day.  I was at that game.  I remember not knowing what to think of Brett Favre.  Back then he was very short in the tooth of his career and VERY unseasoned.  I had no idea he would be a shoe-in for the Hall of Fame over ten years later.  He has had a great career, but I think he loses again on Thursday in Dallas.

Dallas has a NASTY defense when it comes to play.  Their pass rush is much improved, which will be key in stopping the pass happy attack led by Favre.  Their backers flow to the ball well and have improved in their tackling.  The secondary has been playing very well led by Terrance Newman.  Even Roy Williams has not had any major breakdowns that have killed them.

 On the offensive side of the ball, the Boys are one of the leagues best.  TO has been simply great.  So has Romo.  Marion Barber is a star in the making and might be one of the best in the league at his position.  The O-Line has been solid all year and continues to overcome slight injuries.

It should be a great game.  It should be great drama with home field advantage in the playoffs at stake.  I hope you have the NFL Network of live in Green Bay or Dallas so you can see it.