- The Lions are -3 point favorites vs the Cowboys
- Total (Over/Under): 54.5 points
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The Dallas Cowboys (6-5-1) visit Ford Field to take on the Detroit Lions (7-5-0) on Dec. 4. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15pm EST in Detroit, MI.
The Lions are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -3 (-105).
The Cowboys vs. Lions Over/Under is 54.5 total points for the game.
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Cowboys vs. Lions Odds, Spread, Over/Under
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Cowboys | +3 -115 | 54.5 -110 | 130 |
| Lions | -3 -105 | 54.5 -110 | -155 |
Cowboys vs. Lions Prediction
The winning team model predicts the Lions will win this game with 60.9% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.
Cowboys vs Lions Spread Prediction
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Cowboys will cover the spread with 53.7% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
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We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Cowboys players this game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Cowboys Player Prop Bets Today
- George Pickens has hit the Longest Reception Over in 9 of his last 11 games (+6.60 Units / 51% ROI)
- Dak Prescott has hit the Carries Over in 7 of his last 8 games (+6.35 Units / 62% ROI)
- Jake Ferguson has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 12 of his last 17 games (+6.30 Units / 32% ROI)
- George Pickens has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 11 of his last 15 games (+6.25 Units / 35% ROI)
- Javonte Williams has hit the Longest Reception Under in his last 6 away games (+6.00 Units / 89% ROI)
And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Lions players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Lions Player Prop Best Bets Today
- David Montgomery has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 8 of his last 9 games at home (+6.95 Units / 69% ROI)
- Jared Goff has hit the Carries Under in 12 of his last 18 games (+6.10 Units / 30% ROI)
- David Montgomery has hit the Longest Reception Over in 7 of his last 8 games (+5.85 Units / 62% ROI)
- Jahmyr Gibbs has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 12 of his last 18 games (+5.10 Units / 24% ROI)
- David Montgomery has hit the Carries Under in 7 of his last 9 games at home (+5.05 Units / 51% ROI)
Cowboys Best Bets:
- The Dallas Cowboys have hit the 1H Game Total Over in 16 of their last 19 games (+12.65 Units / 57% ROI)
- The Dallas Cowboys have hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 13 of their last 17 games (+8.40 Units / 43% ROI)
- The Dallas Cowboys have covered the 2Q Spread in 13 of their last 17 games (+8.35 Units / 43% ROI)
- The Dallas Cowboys have hit the Game Total Over in 14 of their last 20 games (+7.40 Units / 34% ROI)
- The Dallas Cowboys have hit the Team Total Over in 14 of their last 20 games (+6.60 Units / 28% ROI)
Lions Best Bets:
- The Detroit Lions have hit the 1H Game Total Over in 15 of their last 22 games (+7.00 Units / 28% ROI)
- The Detroit Lions have covered the 4Q Spread in 8 of their last 10 games at home (+6.15 Units / 55% ROI)
- The Detroit Lions have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 8 of their last 10 games at home (+6.10 Units / 35% ROI)
- The Detroit Lions have hit the 2H Moneyline in 11 of their last 18 games (+5.50 Units / 16% ROI)
- The Detroit Lions have hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 12 of their last 18 games (+5.40 Units / 27% ROI)
Cowboys Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Cowboys are 7-5 (+1.6 Units / 12.17% ROI).
- Cowboys are 6-5 when betting on the Moneyline for +0.4 Units / 2.48% ROI
- Cowboys are 8-4 when betting the Over for +3.6 Units / 27.27% ROI
- Cowboys are 4-8 when betting the Under for -4.8 Units / ROI
Lions Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Lions are 6-6 (-0.6 Units / -4.55% ROI).
- Lions are 7-5 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.75 Units / -4.27% ROI
- Lions are 7-5 when betting the Over for +1.5 Units / 11.36% ROI
- Lions are 5-7 when betting the Under for -2.7 Units / -20.45% ROI
Dallas Cowboys: Keys to the Game vs. the Detroit Lions
The Cowboys scored on 60% of their drives last week — T-2nd-best in NFL. The Lions defense allowed scores on 55.6% of opponent drives last week — 4th-worst in NFL.
The Cowboys were successful on 52.9% of plays they ran against a base rush last week — 4th-best in NFL. The Lions allowed a success rate of 56.0% with a base rush last week — 2nd-worst in NFL.
Cowboys WRs have gained 14.4 Yards Per Reception this season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Lions have allowed 13.8 Yards Per Reception to WRs this season — 5th-worst in NFL.
Detroit Lions: Keys to the Game vs. the Dallas Cowboys
The Lions ran successful plays on 56% of pass attempts last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Lions ran successful plays on 58% of pass attempts on motion plays last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
The Lions ran successful plays on 61% of pass attempts in the 3rd quarter last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Lions ran 22% of their plays in the red zone in the 1st half last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 14%.
Additional Matchup Notes for Dallas Cowboys vs. Detroit Lions
The Lions ran successful plays on 56% of pass attempts last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Lions ran successful plays on 58% of pass attempts on motion plays last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
The Lions ran successful plays on 61% of pass attempts in the 3rd quarter last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Lions ran 22% of their plays in the red zone in the 1st half last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 14%.
The Cowboys scored on 60% of their drives last week — T-2nd-best in NFL. The Lions defense allowed scores on 55.6% of opponent drives last week — 4th-worst in NFL.
The Cowboys were successful on 52.9% of plays they ran against a base rush last week — 4th-best in NFL. The Lions allowed a success rate of 56.0% with a base rush last week — 2nd-worst in NFL.
Cowboys WRs have gained 14.4 Yards Per Reception this season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Lions have allowed 13.8 Yards Per Reception to WRs this season — 5th-worst in NFL.
Dallas Cowboys Offense: Important Stats
The Cowboys scored on 60% of their drives last week — T-2nd-best in NFL. The Lions defense allowed scores on 55.6% of opponent drives last week — 4th-worst in NFL.
The Cowboys were successful on 52.9% of plays they ran against a base rush last week — 4th-best in NFL. The Lions allowed a success rate of 56.0% with a base rush last week — 2nd-worst in NFL.
Cowboys WRs have gained 14.4 Yards Per Reception this season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Lions have allowed 13.8 Yards Per Reception to WRs this season — 5th-worst in NFL.
Detroit Lions Offense: Important Stats
The Lions ran successful plays on 56% of pass attempts last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Lions ran successful plays on 58% of pass attempts on motion plays last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
The Lions ran successful plays on 61% of pass attempts in the 3rd quarter last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Lions ran 22% of their plays in the red zone in the 1st half last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 14%.
Dallas Cowboys Defense: Important Stats
The Cowboys scored on 60% of their drives last week — T-2nd-best in NFL. The Lions defense allowed scores on 55.6% of opponent drives last week — 4th-worst in NFL.
The Cowboys were successful on 52.9% of plays they ran against a base rush last week — 4th-best in NFL. The Lions allowed a success rate of 56.0% with a base rush last week — 2nd-worst in NFL.
Cowboys WRs have gained 14.4 Yards Per Reception this season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Lions have allowed 13.8 Yards Per Reception to WRs this season — 5th-worst in NFL.
Detroit Lions Defense: Important Stats
The Lions ran successful plays on 56% of pass attempts last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Lions ran successful plays on 58% of pass attempts on motion plays last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
The Lions ran successful plays on 61% of pass attempts in the 3rd quarter last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Lions ran 22% of their plays in the red zone in the 1st half last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 14%.
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