The Cowboys will be in hostile territory this week as they travel to Philadelphia to take on the Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Both teams are riding a two-game win streak into this matchup, and a victory will go a long way in determining who wins this division. It should be a close matchup between two of the league's highest-scoring offenses.
The Cowboys took care of the Rams following their bye week and coasted to a victory. They do not have many injuries but have one issue on the offensive line. Tyron Smith has not practiced this week but still has a chance to play on Sunday. Chuma Edoga, who serves as a backup on the line, has been limited in practice but is expected to play.
The Eagles beat the Commanders by seven last week and outscored them 21-14 in the fourth quarter. They showed why they are reigning NFC Champions and not a team to take lightly. They have three players who are not practicing. Cornerback Bradley Roby is dealing with a shoulder injury that has kept him out for two consecutive weeks. Running back Boston Scott is away from the team for personal reasons. Defensive tackle Jordan Davis has been a limited participant this week with a hamstring injury, but he played through it last week.
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NFL Week 9 Best Bets: Cowboys vs. Eagles
Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook
- Opening line: Eagles -3
- Current line: Eagles -3
- Total: 47
Can the Eagles stop the Cowboys' offense?
The Eagles have been susceptible to the pass this season. They allow 247.5 passing yards per game and have given up 16 passing TDs this season, tied for the third-most in the NFL. The Cowboys have been firing on all cylinders in that area recently themselves. Dak Prescott has thrown for 576 yards, five TDs, and one interception in the past two weeks despite being sacked eight times. The Eagles will pressure Prescott for most of the game with their deep defensive front. They have 25 sacks as a team this season, but they have lacked in coverage.
The Eagles only have four interceptions on the season and are not getting turnovers. They have a turnover differential of -3 and have recovered more fumbles (six) than interceptions. The offense has been able to overcome the weakness of the secondary, but it will be more difficult this week.
Will Jalen Hurts take care of the football?
Jalen Hurts ties with a large group of quarterbacks for the second-most interceptions this season behind Jimmy Garoppolo. He has thrown eight interceptions and lost two fumbles. He is not taking care of the football, and it is only a matter of time before it affects his team. He did not have a turnover last week, which is a step in the right direction. He must take care of the ball this week if he wants to set his team up for a chance to win. The Cowboys score 28.1 points per game, which is third-most in the league. The Eagles score 28 per game, but the offense could have trouble overcoming multiple turnovers this week.
The Cowboys have a turnover differential of +6, tied for fourth. They have nine interceptions and four fumble recoveries on the season. They allow 178.6 passing yards per game, which is fourth-best in the league. The Eagles will have to beat this team on the ground, which they can achieve. It will likely be a close game that comes down to the wire.
The pick: Cowboys +3 (-110)
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