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The Dallas Cowboys travel to Philadelphia to face the Eagles on Sunday, November 5, 2023. This is the first matchup of the season between these two NFC east rivals. This game has big playoff implications, and could be huge in deciding a division winner.

The Cowboys are coming off of an impressive win over the LA Rams. The Cowboys dominated both sides of the ball, especially on defense. The Cowboys had a pick-6, a blocked punt turned into a safety, and held the Rams to 280 yards of total offense. The Cowboys won 43-20.

The Eagles won a tough game against the Washington Commanders in week 8. On paper this should have been an easy win for the Eagles, but the Commanders always put up a fight against the Eagles; these games are always close. The Eagles won 38-31, but it took a heroic effort from Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown to overcome Sam Howell and the Commanders’ offense.

Dak Prescott and Jalen Hurts are coming off of stellar performances, both threw for 4 touchdowns and over 300 passing yards in week 8. The difference maker may be the Cowboys’ defense. Can the Cowboys be trusted? Read my prediction, pick, and odds below.

Cowboys vs. Eagles Date, Start Time, And Where To Watch

Date: Sunday, November 5, 2023

Start Time: 4:25 pm ET

Where to Watch: FOX

Cowboys vs. Eagles Odds

Moneyline: Cowboys +136, Eagles -162

Spread: Cowboys +3, Eagles -3

O/U: 47

Cowboys vs. Eagles Prediction

The more well rounded team is the Eagles. They rank 3rd in offense, averaging 387 yards per game. A.J. Brown has been excellent through week 8, and has the most consecutive games with 125+ receiving yards. The Eagles have had one bad offensive showing this season, this was against the Jets in week 6, and resulted in their first and only loss on the season. Hurts threw for 280 yards, 1 touchdown, and 3 interceptions. This was an uncharacteristically bad performance from Hurts, but also was a testament to the Jets’ defense. I believe this game was an aberration, and not indicative of a trend, 

The Eagles rank 8th in defense, allowing an average 313 yards per game. They have the #1 ranked rushing defense, holding opposing teams to an average of 66 rushing yards per game. This will limit production from Tony Pollard and might make the Cowboys one dimensional. This has been a significant factor when facing the Eagles this season for all opponents. 

The Cowboys rank 3rd defensively, allowing an average of 287 yards per game. The offense ranks 15th, averaging 338 yards per game. Their offense has been inconsistent, but the last two games have featured great performances from Dak Prescott. Against the Chargers in week 6, Prescott threw for 272 yards and 1 touchdown, and also also rushed for 1 touchdown. Prescott did enough to defeat the underachieving Chargers. In week 8, Prescott threw for 304 yards, 4 touchdowns, and 1 interception. 

I am not ready to believe in this Cowboys’ offense yet. Although they had a dominating performance against the Rams, this reeks of an outlier. If the defense can make some critical plays, they have a chance to win this game. The Eagles have been more consistent this season, and have not suffered any blowout losses. I expect this game to be close, but for the Eagles to win by at least a touchdown. My bet is on the Eagles -3.

Cowboys vs. Eagles Best Bet

Eagles -3 (-108 @ Draftkings)