Detroit Lions vs Dallas Cowboys: NFL Predictions, Odds & Best Bets

The Dallas Cowboys host the Detroit Lions in an NFC matchup this Sunday. This game could be a foreshadowing of a potential NFC Championship contest in a few months, but both teams have a lot of football to play before then. Now, Detroit is coming off a bye week and two very good wins, which is more than one could say for the Cowboys. Dallas has won two straight games, but they sit at just 3-2 on the year. Those wins include a 20-15 victory against the Giants and a 20-17 win against the Steelers.

Both of those games were on the road, which is where Dallas has gotten all of their wins so far this season. The Cowboys are 0-2 at home this year, and will hope to give the fans something positive this Sunday. Dallas lost to New Orleans 44-19 in Week 2 in their home opener, losing 28-25 to the Ravens the following week. Since then, they’ve bounced back, but still need a win at Jerry’s World.

The Lions have looked very good in 3/4 games this year. After beating the Rams, they lost to a very scrappy Tampa Bay team at home. They beat the Cardinals in the desert, but failed to score in the 2nd half. The next week they took care of business against the Seahawks, beating them 42-29 as Jared Goff was a perfect 18/18 passing.

Can he bring the same fire this Sunday against the Cowboys? Or will Dallas upset Detroit at home?

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Detroit Lions vs Dallas Cowboys: NFC Contenders Face Off

Matchup Information – Lions vs Cowboys

• Venue & Location: AT&T Stadium (Arlington, TX)
• Date: Sunday, October 13th, 2024
• Kick Off: 4:25pm Eastern
• Broadcast: FOX

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Spread

• Lions -3 (-115)
• Cowboys +3 (-105)

Money Line

• Lions -170
• Cowboys +150

Total

• Over 53 (-110)
• Under 53 (-110)

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Will Goff Lead Lions to Upset in Jerry’s World?

Detroit had some nice momentum going into their rest week and may have hoped their bye was later in the season. Regardless, they will want to come out in the same form that they were playing with before the break. The Lions scored 31 points per game in their last two wins, allowing their opponent to score just 21. The offense finally came alive in their last game, and they should look to bring that same energy against a depleted Dallas defense.

Dallas is 22nd in scoring defense, allowing over 24 points per contest. The number might be a little skewed with the 44 New Orleans put up, but regardless, they need to find a way to slow teams down. It might be hard against the Lions with all of their skill players. The Cowboys will be missing Micah Parsons, Eric Kendricks and possible Caelen Carson. All of those guys start in the Dallas front 7, meaning Detroit may be able to run the ball more than previously expected. With the tandem backs of David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs, the Lions can take pressure off of Goff facing the tougher Dallas secondary.

Can Dallas Stop the Run?

The Cowboys give up 4.4 yards per rush, and 5.5 at home this year. Teams are going for over 225 yards on the ground at Jerry’s World this season, and I see Detroit doing the same. Both backs have over 270 rushing yards this year, with a near even split on carries. However, Dallas is heading into a bye, and Detroit goes on the road to face the undefeated Minnesota Vikings, who are on their bye week this Sunday.

Say it with me…. Look Ahead Spot.

I don’t want to back the Cowboys. The offense hasn’t been there and Detroit is solid on both sides of the ball.

BUT…

Even coming off a bye, the look ahead to the Vikings scares me. And as a short road favorite, this might be a game the Cowboys pull off. However, I will be staying off a side.

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Detroit Lions vs Dallas Cowboys Best Bets

Lions vs Cowboys Prediction: Lions Win & Cover, Over 53

Best Bet: Jared Goff Under 33.5 Passing Attempts (-120) Bovada

Like I said up top, the Cowboys are dealing with some defensive injuries. Their front 7 is incredibly beat up, and missing some of their best pieces. In my eyes, the Lions will have a great day running the football, meaning Goff won’t have to throw. Everyone knows Goff is coming off a perfect 18/18 outing against the Seahawks. He’s stayed under this number in all 3 wins this season, and by completing over 71% of his passes, he moves the ball in bunches and is efficient with his throws.

With both backs operating to the best of their abilities, Detroit will utilize both of them and minimize Goff’s attempts. I see both backs having a big day on the ground against the Cowboys rushing defense, and while the secondary isn’t all that either, the Lions shouldn’t need to play catch up, and instead will look to chew the clock. Give me Detroit in this game.

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