The Philadelphia Eagles, currently 6-2 and holding the second spot in the NFC East, are set to face off against the Dallas Cowboys (3-5, third in the NFC East) at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas this Sunday. The Eagles secured a 28-23 victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars last week, marking their fourth consecutive win. They are just a half-game behind the Washington Commanders for the top position in their division. In contrast, the Cowboys have struggled recently, losing three straight games, including a 27-21 defeat against the Atlanta Falcons. Philadelphia has several players listed as questionable for the matchup, including defensive tackle Bryon Young, who is confirmed out. The Cowboys will be without key players such as Dak Prescott, Demarcus Lawrence, Marshawn Kneeland, Chuma Edoga, and Sam Williams, while Micah Parsons is probable, and others are uncertain for Sunday’s game.
Eagles Exhibit Dominance on Offense and Defense
The Philadelphia Eagles are showcasing a strong performance this season, with an average of 24.9 points per game and 377.1 total yards of offense, ranking 11th and 6th in the league, respectively. They excel in the running game, averaging 174.8 yards per game, placing them second overall, while their passing game stands at 202.4 yards, ranking 20th. On the defensive side, the Eagles allow an average of 19.4 points and 290.1 yards per game, placing them 9th and 3rd in those categories. Their defense is particularly effective against the run, permitting only 101.1 yards (5th) and 189.0 yards passing (7th) per game.
Quarterback Jalen Hurts has thrown for 1,774 yards, accumulating 10 touchdowns against four interceptions, and has been sacked 10 times. Saquon Barkley leads the rushing attack with 925 yards and six touchdowns, while wide receiver DeVonta Smith has recorded 35 catches for 473 yards and four touchdowns. On defense, linebacker Zack Baun leads with 79 tackles, while linebacker Josh Sweat holds the team record for sacks at 5.0. Safety Reed Blankenship tops the team with two interceptions.
Cowboys Face Quarterback Uncertainty
The Dallas Cowboys are experiencing challenges on offense, averaging 21.4 points and 336.1 total yards per game, ranking 20th and 14th in the league. Their rushing game is struggling significantly, averaging only 82.0 yards per game, which places them last in the NFL. However, their passing game is performing much better, averaging 254.1 yards, which ranks them second. Defensively, the Cowboys allow an average of 28.1 points and 364.8 yards per game, ranking 31st and 27th, respectively. They give up an average of 147.8 rushing yards (30th) and 217.0 passing yards (18th) per game.
With Dak Prescott sidelined due to a hamstring injury, backup Cooper Rush has stepped in, throwing for just 167 yards with one touchdown and one interception. Trey Lance will serve as the backup quarterback during this game. Rico Dowdle leads the team in rushing with 321 yards yet has not found the end zone. CeeDee Lamb, who is questionable for the game, is the leading receiver with 660 yards and four touchdowns. Linebacker Eric Kendricks leads the team in tackles with 70, while Demarcus Lawrence, who is out, leads in quarterback sacks with 3.0. The Cowboys also have four players with one interception each.
Betting Insights for Eagles vs. Cowboys
As the Eagles prepare to face the Cowboys, betting odds indicate a competitive matchup, particularly given the injury challenges facing Dallas. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how both teams adapt, especially with the Eagles’ solid performance against a struggling Cowboys squad. This rivalry promises excitement for both teams and their supporters.
