Dallas Cowboys Set for Monday Night Football Matchup
Cowboys Look to Keep Pace in NFC East
The Dallas Cowboys will face off against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football in a crucial NFC East matchup. The Cowboys are currently 6-3 and tied with the Eagles for first place in the division. A win on Monday night would give the Cowboys a one-game lead with seven games remaining in the regular season.
Key Storylines to Watch
- Can the Cowboys' offense continue to produce? The Cowboys have averaged 31.3 points per game this season, which is second in the NFL. Quarterback Dak Prescott has thrown for 2,444 yards and 21 touchdowns with only five interceptions. Running back Ezekiel Elliott has rushed for 783 yards and nine touchdowns.
- How will the Cowboys' defense fare against the Eagles' offense? The Eagles have one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL, led by quarterback Jalen Hurts. Hurts has thrown for 2,211 yards and 15 touchdowns with only two interceptions this season. Running back Miles Sanders has rushed for 699 yards and six touchdowns.
- Who will win the turnover battle? The Cowboys have forced 11 turnovers this season, which is tied for seventh in the NFL. The Eagles have forced nine turnovers, which is tied for 13th in the NFL. The team that wins the turnover battle will have a significant advantage in this game.
The Cowboys are favored by 3 points in this game, according to DraftKings Sportsbook. The over/under for the game is 49.5 points.
Injury Report
The Cowboys will be without wide receiver Michael Gallup (knee) and cornerback Anthony Brown (concussion) on Monday night. The Eagles will be without wide receiver DeVonta Smith (ankle) and defensive end Brandon Graham (knee).
Prediction
The Cowboys are the better team on paper, but the Eagles are always a tough opponent, especially at home. I predict the Cowboys will win a close game, 27-24.
