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Dallas Cowboys at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Thursday Night Football’s Dallas Cowboys at New Orleans Saints Week 13 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Cowboys (7-4) visit the New Orleans Saints (5-6) in Week 13 for Thursday Night Football at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET (on FOX). Below, we look at the Cowboys vs. Saints odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Cowboys will be without at least six coaches, including head coach Mike McCarthy, because of positive COVID-19 tests. Defensive coordinator Dan Quinn is expected to take over for McCarthy. As the former head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, Quinn went 4-6 against Saints head coach Sean Payton 10 times between 2015-’20.

Dallas started the season 6-1 straight up (SU) and 7-0 against the spread (ATS) but are 1-3 SU/ATS since. The Cowboys’ last game was a 36-33 overtime home loss to the Las Vegas Raiders Thanksgiving Day.

The Saints suffered a 31-6 loss at home against the Buffalo Bills in the final game of the NFL’s Thanksgiving tripleheader. New Orleans has dropped four straight, while going 1-3 ATS. The Over is 4-1 across its past five outings.

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Cowboys at Saints odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated 7:10 a.m. ET.

Money line: Cowboys -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Saints +170 (bet $100 to win $170)
Against the spread (ATS): Cowboys -4.5 (-108) | Saints +4.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

Cowboys at Saints key injuries

Cowboys

WR Amari Cooper (Reserve/COVID-19) questionable
WR Cedrick Wilson (ankle) out

Saints

OT Terron Armstead (knee) questionable
DE Marcus Davenport (shoulder) out
RB Alvin Kamara (knee) questionable
DE Tanoh Kpassagnon (ankle) out
OT Ryan Ramczyk (knee) questionable

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Cowboys at Saints odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Cowboys 29, Saints 18

Money line

Playing the Cowboys (-210) straight up is just too expensive at more than two times your potential return. While I fully expect it to be business as usual, there is a little doubt with McCarthy not coaching the team.

PASS.

Against the spread

DALLAS -4.5 (-108) is worth a look in this primetime affair as it looks to bounce back from back-to-back losses. Dallas is 4-1 ATS in the past five games on the road, and 5-2 ATS in the previous seven as a favorite.

The Saints are just 3-8 ATS across the past 11 against teams with a winning record, and QB Trevor Siemian isn’t likely to fare well with stud LB Micah Parsons of the Cowboys breathing down his neck all night.

Over/Under

The lean is to the UNDER 47.5 (-115) ever so slightly. While the Over is 4-0 in the past four Thursday appearances for Dallas, including last week’s Thanksgiving loss, the Under is 5-2 in the past seven road outings for the ‘Boys.

The Under is 9-1-1 in the Saints’ past 11 Thursday appearances, including last week’s 31-6 loss to the Bills. The Under is also 4-1 in the past five meetings in NOLA against the Cowboys.

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Underdog Corner: 3 best NFL picks and predictions for Week 13

Assessing the NFL betting odds and lines for Week 13, with three predictions and picks for the best underdog bets to make.

We were 1-2 here last week in Underdog Corner, hitting on the Miami Dolphins and coming up short with the Indianapolis Colts and Minnesota Vikings.
It was only our third losing week of the season, though, as our against-the-spread record stands at 25-11 (.694). A full 21 of those 25 underdog ATS winners have won outright as well.
That established, it’s on to our three selections for lucky Week 13.

NFL underdog predictions: Week 13

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. ET.

New Orleans Saints +4.5 (-110) vs. Dallas Cowboys

The Cowboys still have a two-game lead atop the NFC East but have dropped three of their last four contests and continue to battle COVID issues with head coach Mike McCarthy out for this Thursday night road game.

The struggle also is real for the Saints, who have lost four straight since a Halloween upset of the defending-champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers. But New Orleans’ health fortunes finally appear to be on the upswing with Taysom Hill set to take the reins at quarterback, and stud RB Alvin Kamara likely to play for the first time since Week 9.

Additionally, New Orleans has been one of the league’s best with 12-4 ATS/11-5 SU records as an underdog since 2018, so we’re banking on the SAINTS (+4.5) to keep it close in the Week 13 opener.

Los Angeles Chargers +3.5 (-120) at Cincinnati Bengals

The Bengals have put together back-to-back double-digit wins to move to 7-4. But their other two-game win streaks this season have been followed by losses, and we could easily see that happening again with the whole city still celebrating the Bengals’ first season sweep of the hated Pittsburgh Steelers since 2009.

The up-and-down Chargers, meanwhile, were stymied in a 28-13 road loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday to fall to 6-5.

The Bolts, though, have performed better as underdog (6-4 ATS) than favorite (7-9) over the last two seasons, so we’ll take CHARGERS (+3.5) catching the field goal-and-the-hook Sunday.

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Seattle Seahawks +3.5 (-120) vs. San Francisco 49ers

These are two NFC West rivals trending in completely different directions with the Niners having won and covered in four of their last five while the 3-8 Seahawks have dropped six of seven since beating the host 49ers 28-21 in Week 4.

But we’re banking on one last stand from Russell Wilson and Co., who have won 13 of the last 15 meetings (10-5 ATS) against San Francisco, who will be without injured do-it-all WR Deebo Samuel in this one.

Take the SEAHAWKS (+3.5) and the points at home.

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Las Vegas Raiders at Dallas Cowboys odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Thanksgiving Day’s Las Vegas Raiders at Dallas Cowboys Week 12 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Las Vegas Raiders (5-5) meet the Dallas Cowboys (7-3) for a 4:30 p.m. ET Thanksgiving Day game at AT&T Stadium in Week 12. Below, we look at the Raiders vs. Cowboys odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

Las Vegas enters on a three-game losing skid with the latest being a 32-13 home loss vs. the Cincinnati Bengals Sunday. The Raiders only converted 1 of 7 third-down attempts and gave the Bengals three first downs via penalties. Las Vegas is 4-6 against the spread (ATS) and 5-5 Over/Under (O/U).

Dallas was kept out of the end zone for the first time this season in a 19-9 loss at the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 11. The Cowboys were held to just 82 rushing yards and QB Dak Prescott was intercepted twice. Dallas is 8-2 ATS and 5-5 O/U.

The Cowboys are first in the NFC East and the only team in the division with a winning record, while the Raiders have fallen to third in the AFC West standings.

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Raiders at Cowboys odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 4:02 p.m. ET.

Money line: Raiders +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Cowboys -340 (bet $340 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Raiders +7.5 (-115) | Cowboys -7.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Raiders at Cowboys key injuries

Raiders

LG John Simpson (ribs) questionable

Cowboys

WR Amari Cooper (health and safety protocols) out
WR CeeDee Lamb (concussion) questionable

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Raiders at Cowboys odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Cowboys 31, Raiders 16

Money line

PASS. The Cowboys (-340) should win handily but the price is too expensive.

However, I’d definitely endorse including the Cowboys in a teaser leg as long as their spread doesn’t go above 8.5. Also, if you haven’t used the Cowboys in your survivor league, this feels like a good game to do so.

Against the spread

BET the COWBOYS -7.5 (-105) for 1 unit because the Raiders have gone through too much off-the-field turmoil. Las Vegas committed seven penalties for 77 yards vs. Cincinnati and had a tough time sustaining drives.

The Raiders haven’t scored more than 16 points in their past three games and it’s most certainly because of the controversial ousting of former head coach Jon Gruden. Furthermore, the loss of former WR Henry Ruggs makes it easier for opposing defenses to pack the box vs. the Raiders.

The best case you can make for Las Vegas covering this game is “the Cowboys will overlook the Raiders.” But the Dallas offense put up a stinker last week and this is a primetime, get-right game for the Cowboys.

Over/Under

“LEAN” to the UNDER 51.5 (-112) because the Raiders offense has been out of sorts for weeks now. Plus, the Cowboys defense is top 5 in DVOA on third and fourth downs, while the Raiders are bottom 10 in offensive DVOA on third and fourth downs

The Cowboys could be without their top-two starting wide receivers and their left tackle. The Raiders have a solid pass rush and K.C.’s defense sacked Prescott five times last weekend.

While I envision the Dallas offense being successful Thursday, I think Las Vegas can minimize big plays. That said, the Cowboys laying the points is my favorite bet in this game.

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Dallas Cowboys at Kansas City Chiefs odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Dallas Cowboys at Kansas City Chiefs odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Cowboys (7-2) visit the Kansas City Chiefs (6-4) Sunday for their Week 11 meeting at Arrowhead Stadium with the kickoff scheduled for 4:25 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Cowboys vs. Chiefs odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

After a bumpy few weeks earlier this season, K.C. has rattled off three consecutive victories but only covered in two of those games. The Chiefs are 3-7 ATS and 5-5 O/U with the eighth-toughest schedule, according to Football Outsiders.

Dallas recovered from a no-show in its 30-16 Week 10 home loss to the Denver Broncos to pummel the Atlanta Falcons 43-3 last Sunday. The Cowboys are 8-1 ATS and 5-4 O/U with Football Outsiders’ 14th-toughest schedule.

Also see: Bet Slippin’ Podcast: NFL Week 11 picks and predictions

Cowboys at Chiefs odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 8:00 a.m. ET.

Money line: Cowboys +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Chiefs -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Cowboys +2.5 (-103) | Chiefs -2.5 (-117)
Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Cowboys at Chiefs key injuries

Dolphins

WR Amari Cooper (health and safety protocols) out
LT Tyron Smith (ankle) questionable
DE DeMarcus Lawrence (foot) IR-out
DE Randy Gregory (calf) IR-out

Chiefs

RT Lucas Niang (ribs) out
CB L’Jarius Sneed (knee) questionable

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Cowboys at Chiefs odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Chiefs 30, Cowboys 24

Money line

The CHIEFS (-140) is too good of a price to pass up. K.C. has the better coach and quarterback and is the home team.

Even better, nearly 70% of the action is the Cowboys, according to Pregame.com. So, not only do we get the defending AFC champions at an awesome price, but we also get to fade the public with said team.

Granted, everyone expected K.C.’s record and performance to be a lot stronger at this point in the season. But, the Chiefs are still atop the AFC West standings with a much easier schedule remaining.

More importantly, the Chiefs still have the best offense in the NFL. K.C. offense is ranked first in success rate and is the only team with a third-down conversion rate north of 50.0%.

Also, I’m skeptical of Dallas’s fourth-place defensive DVOA ranking by Football Outsiders. Maybe the Cowboys have performed that well, but I don’t think that production is sustainable. Especially since Dallas is missing both starting pass rushers for the near future.

BET 1 unit on the CHIEFS (-140).

Against the spread

PASS since K.C.’s money line is only 23 cents on the dollar more expensive than the Chiefs -2.5 (-117). I’m confident enough in K.C. winning this game outright to spend a little extra on the money line.

However, when’s the last time the Chiefs have laid fewer than 3 points at home? This has to be the cheapest K.C. has been since the $500 million dollar man, Patrick Mahomes, took the reins of the offense.

Over/Under

Slight “LEAN” to the UNDER 56.5 (-110) for a tiny wager if at all because I prefer K.C.’s money line more so than the total in this game.

That said, there is some value in fading a market that’s betting the Over at nearly a 90% clip. Typically, it’s profitable one-sided markets in sports betting.

Also, these teams are known for their prolific offenses but have a combined 10-9 O/U record. The bottom line is oddsmakers are dialed in to how these teams play and have priced their totals accurately. I doubt nine of 10 bettors taking the Over in Cowboys-Chiefs know something the sportsbooks don’t.

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Atlanta Falcons at Dallas Cowboys odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Atlanta Falcons at Dallas Cowboys odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Atlanta Falcons (4-4) visit the Dallas Cowboys (6-2) Sunday for a Week 10 matchup. Kickoff from AT&T Stadium will be at 1 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Falcons vs. Cowboys odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Falcons have won three of their last four games to get back in the hunt in the NFC South, most recently beating the New Orleans Saints 27-25 in Week 9. The Falcons are 21st in points scored and 28th in points allowed despite being a .500 team. Three of their wins have come against the New York Giants, New York Jets and Miami Dolphins — all by seven or fewer points.

The Cowboys were embarrassed at home by the Denver Broncos last week, losing 30-16 in QB Dak Prescott‘s return from injury. They gained a season-low 290 yards on offense and turned it over twice for the fourth consecutive game. They still lead the league in yards per game but their defense is just 21st in yards allowed.

Falcons at Cowboys odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 12:45 p.m. ET.

Money line: Falcons +300 (bet $100 to win $300) | Cowboys -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Falcons +8.5 (-112) | Cowboys -8.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 54.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Falcons at Cowboys key injuries

Falcons

LB Steven Means (knee) doubtful
DL Jonathan Bullard (concussion) doubtful

Cowboys

DE Randy Gregory (calf) out
LT Tyron Smith (ankle) out
WR Cedrick Wilson (shoulder) questionable

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Falcons at Cowboys odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Cowboys 27, Falcons 21

Money line

This is a game the Cowboys should win. The Falcons’ only somewhat impressive win came against the Saints, who were starting Trevor Siemien at quarterback. Dallas has been competitive in every game this season with the exception of Sunday’s outlier against Denver.

However, given the chalky money line, I don’t love a bet on the Cowboys (-400) to win outright. Instead, I would PASS and bet on the spread.

Against the spread

The Cowboys failed to cover the spread for the first time last week against the Broncos, and are now 7-1 ATS this season. However, they’re banged up right now, as they continue to be without the services DE DeMarcus Lawrence, just placed Gregory on short-term injured reserve and have ruled out Smith for Week 10.

I like the FALCONS +8.5 (-110) to cover the spread against a short-handed Cowboys side.

Over/Under

The Falcons have been up and down on offense all season. They scored 27 against the Saints last week and 13 against the Carolina Panthers the week prior. They put 6 points on the board against the Philadelphia Eagles in the season opener and 30 against the Washington Football Team in Week 4.

The Cowboys have been much more consistent with the exception of Sunday’s loss to the Broncos, but this is a game that I think goes UNDER 54.5 (-108) because of the high total.

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Denver Broncos at Dallas Cowboys odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Denver Broncos at Dallas Cowboys Week 9 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Denver Broncos (4-4) visit the Dallas Cowboys (6-1) Sunday of Week 9 in the first meeting between these teams since 2017. Kickoff from AT&T Stadium is set for 1 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Broncos vs. Cowboys odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Broncos snapped their four-game losing streak by beating the Washington Football Team 17-10 last week, but they’ve still regressed considerably since their three straight wins to open the year. They still don’t have a win against a team that’s above .500 and are now without LB Von Miller after trading him to the Los Angeles Rams. QB Teddy Bridgewater has 13 touchdowns and 5 interceptions, but the offense only ranks 23rd in scoring.

The Cowboys are coming off a stunning win over the Minnesota Vikings, despite missing QB Dak Prescott. He is expected to return this week against the Broncos after recovering from a calf injury, so Dallas will be in much better shape. After seven games, the Cowboys lead the league in yards per game and rank third in scoring.

Broncos at Cowboys odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 3:59 p.m. ET.

Money line: Broncos +360 (bet $100 to win $360) | Cowboys -500 (bet $500 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Broncos +9.5 (+100) | Cowboys -9.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Broncos at Cowboys key injuries

Broncos

OT Garett Bolles (ankle) out
OL Graham Glasgow (hip) questionable
TE Albert Okwuegbunam (knee) questionable
DL Mike Purcell (thumb) questionable
LB Malik Reed (hip) questionable

Cowboys

WR Amari Cooper (hamstring) questionable
TE Blake Jarwin (hip) out
WR CeeDee Lamb (ankle) questionable
OT Tyron Smith (ankle) out

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Broncos at Cowboys odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Cowboys 33, Broncos 20

Money line

The Cowboys have ripped off six straight wins after losing to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1, looking every bit like a playoff contender in the NFC. They haven’t had the toughest schedule, but they did beat the Los Angeles Chargers and New England Patriots, and blew out the Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants.

I expect another fairly lopsided score in this matchup with the Broncos, who haven’t looked very impressive in recent weeks. But betting -500 favorites is not wise in the long run. PASS.

Against the spread

What might be more impressive than the Cowboys’ 6-1 start is that they’re a perfect 7-0 against the spread. They’re the only team with a perfect ATS record, outperforming the expectations that were set at the beginning of the season and continuing to impress each week.

The Broncos are 4-4 ATS but have gone 1-4 ATS in their last five games. Take the COWBOYS -9.5 (-120) to cover.

Over/Under

The Broncos offense has gone ice cold in recent weeks, failing to score more than 24 points in each of their last five games. They haven’t scored 28 or more points once this season, which has been the opposite story for the Cowboys. In Dallas’ last four games with Prescott at QB, they’ve scored at least 35 points each time.

The total in this one will go OVER 48.5 (-112).

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Dallas Cowboys at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and predictions: Player prop bets

Analyzing the Dallas Cowboys at Minnesota Vikings Week 8 matchup and offering up expert picks and predictions on the top player prop bets.

Sunday Night Football in Week 8 pits the Dallas Cowboys (5-1) against the Minnesota Vikings (3-3). Kickoff is set for 8:20 p.m. ET at U.S. Bank Field. Below, we look at the Cowboys vs. Vikings prop bet odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Cowboys have won five games in a row and are coming off their bye week. QB Dak Prescott injured his calf on the last play of their win in Week 6 and is questionable for the game. The Cowboys are the NFL’s top-scoring team with 34.2 points per game.

The Vikings are also coming off their bye week and have won two in a row to pull their record to .500. QB Kirk Cousins has 13 touchdown passes and only 2 interceptions through six games.

Cowboys at Vikings prop bet picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:44 a.m. ET.

Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott OVER 74.5 rushing yards (-114)

Elliott has surpassed 75 rushing yards in three of his last four games. The Vikings have allowed a running back to rush for at least 75 yards three times this season and all were among the top backs in the league — Joe Mixon, Nick Chubb and Chris Carson.

Elliott is in that same category, and with Prescott questionable under center, there should be an increased focus on the run game.

Vikings RB Dalvin Cook OVER 19.5 rushing attempts (-135)

Cook is the Vikings’ workhorse. He has played in four games this season and has had at least 20 carries in three of them.

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins OVER 282.5 passing yards (-114)

The Cowboys have allowed at least 283 passing yards to four different quarterbacks this season (and allowed the Giants QBs Mike Glennon and Daniel Jones combine for 294 yards). Cousins has gone over that total three times this season. There figures to be a lot of passing yards with two potent offenses in play.

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Vikings WR Justin Jefferson OVER 87.5 receiving yards (-114)

The Vikings lead receiver, Jefferson has two games over this total and another two that just fell short of 88. The Cowboys allow the fifth-most passing yards per game in the league and Jefferson will get a bunch of those yards Sunday.

Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott anytime TD (+100)

Elliott has scored at least one touchdown in four of six games this season and the Vikings have allowed a rushing touchdown by a running back in five of their six games.

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Dallas Cowboys at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday Night Football’s Dallas Cowboys at Minnesota Vikings Week 8 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Cowboys (5-1) come out of their bye week to face the Minnesota Vikings (3-3) for Sunday Night Football. Kickoff from U.S. Bank Stadium is set for 8:20 p.m. Below, we look at the Cowboys vs. Vikings odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Cowboys have lingering questions as to whether QB Dak Prescott will be on the field after suffering a calf injury in Week 6. It could tilt the balance of power in this game if Prescott can’t go.

The Vikings are 3-3, but two of their losses were suspect – an overtime loss to the Cincinnati Bengals where a RB Dalvin Cook fumble came with Minnesota in scoring position and a one-point road loss to the Arizona Cardinals on a missed field goal as time expired.

The Vikings are playing as well offensively as they have since QB Kirk Cousins arrived on the team and will be a team to be reckoned with as they begin a brutal stretch of their 2021 schedule.

Cowboys at Vikings odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Money line: Cowboys +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Vikings -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Cowboys +2.5 (-105) | Vikings -2.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Cowboys at Vikings key injuries

Cowboys

QB Dak Prescott (calf) questionable
DE Dorance Armstrong (ankle) questionable
T Tyron Smith (ankle) questionable

Vikings

DT Michael Pierce (elbow) out

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Cowboys at Vikings odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Vikings 34, Cowboys 31

Money line

The Cowboys were as much as a 5.5 favorite in the early betting line over a week ago. The clear indication with this line is that Prescott isn’t expected to play, but I’m not buying it.

While the Cowboys are in cruise control for the division title, they’re looking to keep pace with the other top dogs of the NFC. I believe Minnesota has a great chance to win this game — whether Prescott plays or not — but at -140 it’s just too steep.

If I had to make a bet here it would have to be on Dallas at +115 for the value, but the move here is to AVOID.

Against the spread

The Vikings have the ability on both sides of the ball to do damage and this has the potential to be a back-and-forth game that sees several lead changes. However, given that I believe Minnesota will win the game and they’re favored by less than a field goal, that isn’t enough to scare most people off from taking the VIKINGS -2.5 (-115).

Over/Under

Minnesota hasn’t been able to stop the run and Dallas hasn’t been able to prevent big plays from receivers. There may be a sentiment that Running Backs Cook and Ezekiel Elliott will be the dominating players, but there are simply too many offensive weapons that can attack the weaknesses of the opposing defenses.

This one has the potential to see a lot more touchdowns than field goals, which lends itself to hitting the OVER 51.5 (-115).

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Dallas Cowboys at New England Patriots odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Dallas Cowboys at New England Patriots odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Cowboys (4-1) hope to continue with their winning ways, seeking their fifth consecutive victory. They take on the New England Patriots (2-3) on the road Sunday afternoon. The game kicks off at 4:25 p.m. ET at Gillette Stadium. Below, we look at the Cowboys vs. Patriots odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Cowboys are coming off a blowout 44-20 win over the New York Giants. Ezekiel Elliott rushed for 110 yards and a touchdown while Dak Prescott added 302 passing yards and three touchdown passes. Prescott has 13 touchdown passes through five games and is the catalyst for the Cowboys’ No. 2-ranked offense in both yards and points.

The Patriots have lost all three games they have played this season at Gillette Stadium. They have the league’s No. 5-ranked defense in both yards and points allowed. New England has scored fewer than 20 points in three of their five games this season, led by rookie QB Mac Jones.

Cowboys at Patriots odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 10:01 a.m. ET.

Money line: Cowboys -180 (bet $180 to win $100) | Patriots +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread (ATS): Cowboys -3.5 (-108) | Patriots +3.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 50.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Cowboys at Patriots key injuries

Cowboys

DE Dorance Armstrong (ankle) out
RB Ezekiel Elliott (ribs) questionable
OT Tyron Smith (neck) questionable
CB Trevon Diggs (ankle) questionable
FS Donovan Wilson (groin) questionable
SS Damontae Kazee (hip) questionable
DE Randy Gregory (knee) questionable

Patriots

G Shaq Mason (abdomen) out
LT Isaiah Wynn (COVID) questionable
RB Damien Harris (ribs) questionable
LB Kyle Van Noy (groin) questionable
K Nick Folk (knee) questionable
CB Jalen Mills (hamstring) questionable

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Cowboys at Patriots odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Cowboys 28, Patriots 19

Money line

Even with the Patriots’ vaunted defense, the Cowboys will still put up points. They have scored 36 or more in their last three games.

Without Harris at running back, the Patriots will struggle to keep up.

Take the COWBOYS (-180).

Against the spread

The Cowboys have covered the spread in all five of their games this season. The Pats are 2-3 ATS and 1-2 ATS at home. Dallas beats its opponents by more than 10 points a game.

Take the COWBOYS -3.5 (-108).

Over/Under

Four of the Cowboys’ five games this season have gone Over the projected total. However, the Patriots have only had one game hit the Over.

With how the Patriots play defense, I don’t see this game getting into the 50s.

Take UNDER 50.5 (-108).

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New York Giants at Dallas Cowboys odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s New York Giants at Dallas Cowboys Week 5 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Giants (1-3) and Dallas Cowboys (3-1) will participate in a classic NFC East divisional battle Sunday of Week 5. Kickoff is at 4:25 p.m. ET at AT&T Stadium. Below, we look at the Giants vs. Cowboys odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Giants picked up their first win in Week 4 after three losses to the start the season, knocking off the New Orleans Saints 27-21 in overtime. QB Daniel Jones passed for 402 yards and 2 touchdowns, earning him NFC Offensive Player of the Week honors.

The Cowboys have won three straight games and are undefeated (2-0) at home. QB Dak Prescott threw 4 touchdown passes and RB Ezekiel Elliott rushed for 143 yards and a score in a 36-28 win over the previously unbeaten Carolina Panthers in Week 4.

Giants at Cowboys odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 10:40 a.m. ET.

Money line: Giants +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | Cowboys -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Giants +6.5 (-102) | Cowboys -6.5 (-122)
Over/Under (O/U): 52.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Giants at Cowboys key injuries

Giants

WR Sterling Shepard (hamstring) out
WR Darius Slayton (hamstring)
OT Andrew Thomas (foot) questionable
DB Jabril Peppers (hamstring) out
OL Ben Bredeson (hand) out

Cowboys

RB Ezekiel Elliott (knee) questionable
DE Randy Gregory (knee) questionable
DE Dorance Armstrong (ankle) out
WR Amari Cooper (hamstring) questionable
OT Ty Nsekhe (illness) questionable
DE Carlos Watkins (knee) questionable

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Giants at Cowboys odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Cowboys 34, Giants 24

Money line

The Giants defeated the Cowboys in Week 17 last season but Dallas has dominated the series in recent history. The Cowboys had won the previous seven matchups.

Dallas scored at least 29 points in three of four games. New York has been uneven offensively with 14 or fewer points twice and 27 or more twice.

So far, only the Los Angeles Chargers showed any ability to slow the Cowboys.

Take the COWBOYS (-300).

Against the spread

The Cowboys are the only team in the NFL to have covered the spread in every game this season. The Giants are 2-2 ATS.

In the Cowboys’ seven-game winning streak against the Giants, they won by 7 or more points five times.

Take the COWBOYS -6.5 (-122).

Over/Under

Three of the Cowboys’ four games this season hit the Over. The Giants are 2-2 O/U.

This will be a tough game to get Over the projected total, as it is in the 50s but because the Cowboys are 31st in passing defense, Jones will be able to keep the Giants offense somewhat on pace with the vaunted Dallas offense, although this will be a game the Cowboys control.

Take OVER 52.5 (-110).

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