The Dallas Cowboys (4-2) welcome QB Dak Prescott back to the starting lineup this week when they host the Detroit Lions (1-4) on Sunday. Kickoff from AT&T Stadium is set for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Lions vs. Cowboys odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.
The Lions are coming off a Week 6 bye seeking to snap a 3-game losing streak. Despite being blown out by the New England Patriots 29-0 in Week 5, Detroit is 3rd in the NFL in scoring and 2nd in yards per game, but the defense ranks last in both categories. The Lions have allowed at least 27 points in each of their 5 games.
The Cowboys survived Prescott’s 5-game absence, going 4-1 with Cooper Rush at QB. They did lose to the Philadelphia Eagles 26-17 last week, which was Rush’s 1st career loss as a starter. Prescott is officially back after missing 5 games with a thumb injury to lead an offense that ranks 23rd in scoring.
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Lions at Cowboys odds
Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:18 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Lions +245 (bet $100 to win $245) | Cowboys -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
- Against the spread (ATS): Lions +6.5 (-105) | Cowboys -6.5 (-115)
- Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)
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Lions at Cowboys key injuries
Lions
- WR DJ Chark (ankle) questionable
- DL Charles Harris (groin) questionable
- WR Josh Reynolds (knee) questionable
- RB D’Andre Swift (ankle/shoulder) questionable
Cowboys
- WR CeeDee Lamb (hip) probable
- TE Dalton Schultz (knee) probable
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Lions at Cowboys picks and predictions
Prediction
Cowboys 26, Lions 20
Moneyline
The Cowboys match up well against the Lions. Their defense should be able to slow down Detroit’s offense the way the Patriots did, and with Prescott back, moving the ball against the Lions defense shouldn’t be too much of a challenge.
There are still some concerns about the Cowboys offensive line, but this is a winnable game for Dallas.
However, the moneyline is too costly at -300. PASS.
Against the spread
Of the Lions’ 4 losses this season, 3 have been by 4 points or fewer. They’re 3-2 ATS this season, for the most part keeping games close – other than their 29-point loss to the Patriots. The Cowboys are 4-2 ATS, covering in 4 of the 5 games started by Rush, all as underdogs.
Even with this being a game the Cowboys should win, I think the Lions will keep it close enough to cover the spread. Bet the LIONS +6.5 (-105).
Over/Under
The total has gone Over in 4 of the Lions’ 5 games. Their defense might be the worst in the NFL, while their offense has been surprisingly explosive. However, they haven’t faced a defense as talented as the Cowboys’.
I like the UNDER 49.5 (-115) in this one.
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