The Dallas Cowboys (4-2) welcome QB Dak Prescott back to the starting lineup this week when they host the Detroit Lions (1-4) Sunday. Kickoff from AT&T Stadium is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below we analyze the lines of Tipico Sportsbook around the Lions vs. Cowboys oddsand make our expert NFL picks and predictions.
The Lions are coming off a Week 6 bye looking to break a 3-game losing streak. Despite being beaten by the New England Patriots 29-0 in Week 5, Detroit is 3rd in the NFL in points 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 lost to the Philadelphia Eagles 26-17 last week, which was Rush’s first 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 points.
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Lions to Cowboys Odds
Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; go to the USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds center for a complete list. The lines were 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): Leos +6.5 (-105) | Cowboys -6.5 (-115)
- Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)
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Lions at key Cowboys injuries
the Lions
- WR Chark DJ (ankle) questionable
- DL Charles Harris (groin) debatable
- WR Josh Reynolds (knee) questionable
- RB By Andre Swift (ankle/shoulder) questionable
Cowboys
- WR Lamb CeeDee (hip) likely
- AND Dalton Schultz (knee) likely
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Lions to Cowboys Picks and Predictions
Prediction
Cowboys 26, Lions 20
Moneyline
The Cowboys measure up well against the Lions. Their defense should be able to slow Detroit’s offense like the Patriots did, and with Prescott back, moving the ball against the Lions defense shouldn’t be too difficult.
There are still some concerns about the Cowboys offensive line, but this is a winnable game for Dallas.
However, the moneyline is too expensive at -300. PASS.
Against the spread
Of the Lions’ 4 losses this season, 3 have been by 4 points or less. They’re 3-2 ATS this season, mostly keeping close games — aside from their 29-point loss to the Patriots. The Cowboys are 4-2 ATS, covering 4 of Rush’s 5 games, all as underdogs.
Even though it’s a game the Cowboys should win, I think the Lions will keep it close enough to cover the gap. bet it LIONS +6.5 (-105).
More less
The total has exceeded 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 didn’t face a defense as talented as the Cowboys.
I like LESS THAN 49.5 (-115) In this one.
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