Monday Night Football: Eagles vs Cowboys Predictions

The NFC East takes center stage Monday, October 26, when Dallas visits Philadelphia with both rivals at 2-4. Each enters with a losing streak, but the problems are different. The Cowboys have moved the ball through the air while the Eagles have struggled to generate much offense at all.

Kickoff at Lincoln Financial Field is 8:15 PM Eastern on ESPN, ABC, and Disney+. The NFL Monday Night Football meeting comes with Dallas laying five points at Betcris Arizona, despite the Cowboys dropping their last two games. Philadelphia has lost four straight, and its injury list includes quarterback Jalen Hurts, who is on injured reserve.

Dak Prescott has thrown for 1,639 yards through six games, and Philadelphia has struggled to defend the pass. That matchup gives CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens an opening. Dallas has its own problem on defense: opponents average 149.8 rushing yards, the most in the league. Whether Saquon Barkley can play could shape the Eagles' response.

This Monday Night Football game is a test of which struggling side can dictate the terms. The Cowboys' passing advantage is central to our Monday Night Football picks, while Philadelphia's offensive problems support a lower-scoring forecast. Our full breakdown covers the winner, betting lines and individual player markets.

Monday Night Football Matchup Preview

Who is playing Monday Night Football this week? It's Dallas at Philadelphia, a divisional meeting that could help the winner close the gap on NFC East leader New York. Neither offense comes in at full strength, and the Eagles face the more complicated injury picture.

Team Records & Recent Form

Dallas went from a 34-30 win at Houston to losses against Tampa Bay (24-16) and Green Bay (23-13). The Cowboys average 343.2 total yards and 25.2 points, but their ground game produces only 76.0 yards per outing. Prescott has 1,639 passing yards.

Philadelphia has fallen to Carolina 25-14, Jacksonville 19-17, the Rams 24-20, and Chicago 27-7. The Eagles average 255.5 yards and 17.7 points, leaving little margin for error.

Key Injuries & Roster Updates

Jalen Hurts is on injured reserve, while Lane Johnson is out and Landon Dickerson is also on injured reserve. Saquon Barkley remains questionable, as do Nolan Smith Jr. and several other Eagles.

Dallas lists DeMarvion Overshown, Drew Shelton and Cobie Durant as questionable. KaVontae Turpin is also likely to miss the game. Dee Winters is doubtful after an Achilles injury against Green Bay.

Storylines to Watch

Philadelphia's rushing matchup is its clearest opportunity. Dallas allows more rushing yards per game than any other NFL team, but Barkley's status makes that advantage harder to evaluate. At the other end, the Cowboys face a defense surrendering 363.8 yards per game. The winner would improve to 3-4, but still behind the Giants in the division.

Monday Night Football Odds

Dallas is a five-point road favorite, even though neither side owns a winning record. Betcris Arizona's Monday Night Football odds also set the game total at 44. With Philadelphia's offense struggling and Dallas' defense giving up big rushing numbers, there are arguments on both sides of that number.

Point Spread Odds

At -5 (-110), Dallas must win by six or more to cash a spread ticket. Philadelphia backers get +5 (-106). A five-point Cowboys victory would push either wager. The Eagles are 1-5 ATS, whereas Dallas is 3-3. Both teams have failed to cover their last two outings, so the season records are the stronger distinction.

Moneyline Odds

Prefer picking a winner without worrying about margin? The Cowboys cost -215 on the moneyline, and an Eagles upset pays +180. Dallas' higher implied win probability comes at a steep price, especially for a team that has lost its last two games. Philadelphia offers the bigger payout but has been unable to score more than 20 points in any of its past four games.

Over/Under Odds

Betcris Arizona has Over 44 (-108) and Under 44 (-108). A combined total of exactly 44 is a push. Dallas has gone Over in four of six games, while the Eagles are split 3-3. But both clubs have stayed Under in their last two games, with Dallas scoring only 13 and 16 points in those losses.

Monday Night Football Predictions

Prescott's passing attack has a chance to rebound against Philadelphia's defense, while the Eagles must produce points without Hurts. Tanner McKee will need to play better, as it appears he is the starting quarterback going forward. The Cowboys are our Monday Night Football picks to win and cover, while Philadelphia's recent scoring struggles point to a finish below 44.

Winner Prediction

The Cowboys get the nod, primarily because they have the better-performing offense. They gain 267.2 passing yards per game and face a unit allowing 244.5. Prescott has CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens among his receiving options, while the Eagles have managed just 17.7 points per game. Philadelphia can exploit a Dallas defense that's struggled against the run, especially if Barkley plays. Still, the Eagles haven't found consistent scoring during their losing streak, making it hard to catch up if Dallas builds an early lead.

Score Prediction

Projected score: Dallas Cowboys 27, Philadelphia Eagles 14.

Dallas scored 13 at Green Bay and 16 against Tampa Bay, so a 27-point forecast requires improvement. But the Eagles allow 22.8 points per game and have only three takeaways this season. Philadelphia has scored 58 points over its past four games. A 27-14 result means Dallas covers -5 and the game finishes Under 44.

X-Factor of the Game

Barkley is the player who could disrupt that forecast. Philadelphia averages only 82.2 rushing yards per game, yet Dallas allows 149.8. A healthy Barkley would give the Eagles a credible way to attack that mismatch and limit Dallas' offensive possessions. His questionable status, plus Philadelphia's injuries along the offensive line, leaves the Eagles with an uncertain ground game. That is the main risk to our Dallas selection, even with the Cowboys' own defensive concerns.

Best Bets for Monday Night Football

There's a difference between expecting Dallas to win and wanting to lay five points on the road. The Monday Night Football betting picks below account for that risk and separate the spread, moneyline and total rather than treating them as interchangeable bets.

Best Spread Bet

Dallas Cowboys -5 (-110) is the spread recommendation. The strongest reason to lay the points is the Cowboys' passing attack against a Philadelphia secondary that has struggled to stop opponents. Dallas hasn't covered its last two games, so this isn't a bet on recent momentum. It's a bet on Prescott building a lead against an Eagles offense that hasn't kept up in recent weeks. Our 27-14 projection would be enough to beat the number.

Best Moneyline Bet

Dallas Cowboys -215 is the straight-up choice. It asks less of Dallas than the spread, but the favorite's price leaves limited profit for the risk. The Eagles have scored no more than 20 points in any of their last four games, and Hurts is sidelined. Anyone preferring the moneyline is giving up payout for the ability to cash on a narrow Cowboys victory.

Best Total Bet

Under 44 (-108) fits the Eagles' recent offensive production, though Dallas' defense makes this the trickiest call. Philadelphia has put up 14, 17, 20, and 7 points over its last four games. Dallas managed just 29 combined points in its last two. The projected final score adds up to 41, leaving a narrow margin beneath the betting line. One late score could make the difference.

Monday Night Football Player Props

The NFL player props market presents a different way to play this NFC East rivalry. Rather than guessing how every possession unfolds, the four selections below center on established season production and Betcris Arizona's numbers. Rushing carries more uncertainty because of Philadelphia's defensive matchup and Dallas' pass-heavy approach.

Passing Props

Dak Prescott Over 268.5 passing yards (-114). Dallas averages 41 pass attempts per game, and Prescott has cleared 268.5 in four of his five most recent starts. His outputs in those games include 335 yards against Houston and 316 against Tampa Bay. Philadelphia allows 244.5 passing yards per game, adding to the case for volume.

Rushing Props

Javonte Williams Under 66.5 rushing yards (-114). Williams has 317 yards in six outings, an average of 52.8 per game. Dallas gains 76.0 rushing yards a game as a team. Philadelphia gives up 119.3 on the ground, however, so this prop is far from a certainty.

Receiving Props

CeeDee Lamb Over 81.5 receiving yards (-114). Lamb has 577 yards through six games, or 96.2 per game. If Dallas keeps leaning on Prescott, its top receiver has room to reach this number even without a long touchdown play.

Anytime Touchdown Scorer

CeeDee Lamb anytime touchdown (+120). The Cowboys' leading receiver is an option at plus money against a pass defense that has surrendered significant yardage. Unlike the receiving-yards Over, this bet depends on one scoring play. A favorable matchup doesn't guarantee that play, but Lamb is a reasonable target in a Dallas win.

Monday Night Football Betting Trends

The season-long NFL betting trends give Dallas a slight edge against the spread, but neither side has covered recently. Head-to-head history offers context without deciding what happens with today's rosters.

Against the Spread Trends

Dallas has split its six games ATS, covering against Washington, Baltimore and Houston. The Cowboys then missed the number against Tampa Bay and Green Bay. Philadelphia's lone cover came as an 8.5-point underdog in a 19-17 loss to Jacksonville. It's 1-5 ATS overall. The Cowboys covered both 2025 meetings with the Eagles.

Over/Under Trends

Dallas is 4-2 to the Over this season, compared with Philadelphia's 3-3 mark. For Dallas, the first four games finished Over and the next two went Under. Both teams went Under in Weeks 5 and 6, while the 2025 head-to-head matchups also stayed below their totals.

Head-to-Head Trends

Dallas and Philadelphia are 5-5 in their last 10 meetings. Dallas won 24-21 last November, after Philadelphia took a 24-20 result in September. Across those 10 meetings, Dallas is 6-4 ATS and six games finished Over. Those results span different rosters and circumstances, so they're secondary to current form.

How to Bet on Monday Night Football

For readers learning how to bet on NFL games, the important question isn't just who wins. Choose whether you want to predict the margin, the outright result, total points or a particular player's output.

Understanding NFL Betting Markets

Dallas -5 (-110) needs a Cowboys victory by six or more. Philadelphia +5 (-106) covers if the Eagles win or lose by no more than four. Exactly five points means a push. Dallas -215 and Philadelphia +180 are outright-winner wagers. Under 44 (-108) wins at 43 combined points or fewer and pushes at 44.

Tips for Betting Monday Night Football

Before betting on NFL action, check the latest word on Barkley and the Eagles' offensive line. A change there could affect the spread, total and rushing expectations. Compare prices, avoid stacking several bets on one narrow scenario, and set a stake you're comfortable losing.

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