- The Cowboys are -3 point favorites vs the Panthers
- Total (Over/Under): 49.5 points
- Watch this game on FOX
The Dallas Cowboys (2-2-1) visit Bank of America Stadium to take on the Carolina Panthers (2-3-0) on Oct. 12. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EDT in Charlotte, NC.
The Cowboys are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -3 (-110).
The Cowboys vs. Panthers Over/Under is 49.5 total points for the game.
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Cowboys vs. Panthers Odds, Spread, Over/Under
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Cowboys | -3 -110 | 49.5 -110 | -170 |
| Panthers | +3 -110 | 49.5 -110 | 140 |
Cowboys vs. Panthers Prediction
The winning team model predicts the Cowboys will win this game with 62.4% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.
Cowboys vs Panthers Spread Prediction
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Cowboys will cover the spread with 50.5% 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
- CeeDee Lamb has hit the Receptions Over in 10 of his last 13 games (+6.50 Units / 40% ROI)
- Jake Ferguson has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 11 of his last 15 games (+6.40 Units / 38% ROI)
- Javonte Williams has hit the Receptions Under in 7 of his last 10 away games (+5.10 Units / 45% ROI)
- Javonte Williams has hit the Longest Rush Over in his last 5 games (+5.05 Units / 89% ROI)
- Dak Prescott has hit the Passing Yards Under in his last 5 away games (+5.00 Units / 87% ROI)
And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Panthers players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Panthers Player Prop Best Bets Today
- Bryce Young has hit the TD Passes Over in 10 of his last 15 games (+7.60 Units / 41% ROI)
- Bryce Young has hit the Completions Under in 10 of his last 14 games (+5.90 Units / 38% ROI)
- Rico Dowdle has hit the Rushing Yards Over in 11 of his last 16 games (+5.25 Units / 28% ROI)
- Rico Dowdle has hit the Carries Over in 9 of his last 13 games (+4.30 Units / 28% ROI)
- Bryce Young has hit the Pass Attempts Under in 6 of his last 8 games at home (+3.85 Units / 43% ROI)
Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Panthers vs Cowboys
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Luke Schoonmaker (DAL) | 5.5 -110 | 5.5 -120 |
| Javonte Williams (DAL) | 18.5 -110 | 18.5 -118 |
| Jake Ferguson (DAL) | 44.5 -110 | 44.5 -118 |
| Ryan Flournoy (DAL) | 36.5 -135 | 36.5 +100 |
| Tetairoa McMillan (CAR) | 64.5 -115 | 64.5 -115 |
Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Panthers vs Cowboys
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Bryce Young (CAR) | 10.5 -115 | 10.5 -115 |
| Javonte Williams (DAL) | 66.5 -115 | 66.5 -115 |
Cowboys Best Bets:
- The Dallas Cowboys have covered the 2Q Spread in 13 of their last 17 games (+8.45 Units / 44% 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 2Q Moneyline in 9 of their last 17 games (+6.40 Units / 34% ROI)
- The Dallas Cowboys have hit the 1H Game Total Over in 13 of their last 19 games (+6.00 Units / 27% ROI)
- The Dallas Cowboys have hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 11 of their last 17 games (+4.30 Units / 22% ROI)
Panthers Best Bets:
- The Carolina Panthers have hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 13 of their last 17 games (+8.75 Units / 47% ROI)
- The Carolina Panthers have hit the 1H Game Total Over in 12 of their last 19 games (+7.45 Units / 34% ROI)
- The Carolina Panthers have hit the Game Total Over in 13 of their last 20 games (+5.30 Units / 24% ROI)
- The Carolina Panthers have covered the 3Q Spread in 7 of their last 9 games at home (+4.90 Units / 45% ROI)
- The Carolina Panthers have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 8 of their last 17 games (+4.53 Units / 26% ROI)
Cowboys Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Cowboys are 3-2 (+0.8 Units / 14.55% ROI).
- Cowboys are 2-2 when betting on the Moneyline for -0.2 Units / -3.01% ROI
- Cowboys are 3-2 when betting the Over for +0.8 Units / 14.55% ROI
- Cowboys are 2-3 when betting the Under for -1.3 Units / ROI
Panthers Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Panthers are 3-2 (+0.8 Units / 14.55% ROI).
- Panthers are 2-3 when betting on the Moneyline for -0.1 Units / -2% ROI
- Panthers are 3-2 when betting the Over for +0.8 Units / 14.55% ROI
- Panthers are 2-3 when betting the Under for -1.3 Units / -23.64% ROI
Dallas Cowboys: Keys to the Game vs. the Carolina Panthers
The Panthers have averaged -0.16 epa per play on play action passes since the 2024 season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.09.
The Panthers go for it on fourth down 37% of the time this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 21%.
The Panthers have averaged just 1.4 yards per play against tight coverage this season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 3.1.
The Panthers have averaged just 8.0 yards per play against open coverage since the 2024 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 9.3.
Carolina Panthers: Keys to the Game vs. the Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys have run the ball on 12% of plays (7 carries/60 plays) on 3rd down this season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 26%.
The Cowboys have committed 12 turnovers in the red zone since the 2024 season — most in NFL.
The Cowboys have run the ball on 27% of plays (4 carries/15 plays) on 3rd and short this season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 53%.
The Cowboys have thrown the ball 73% of the time (11 Pass Attempts/15 plays) on 3rd and short this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 44%.
Additional Matchup Notes for Dallas Cowboys vs. Carolina Panthers
The Cowboys have run the ball on 12% of plays (7 carries/60 plays) on 3rd down this season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 26%.
The Cowboys have committed 12 turnovers in the red zone since the 2024 season — most in NFL.
The Cowboys have run the ball on 27% of plays (4 carries/15 plays) on 3rd and short this season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 53%.
The Cowboys have thrown the ball 73% of the time (11 Pass Attempts/15 plays) on 3rd and short this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 44%.
The Panthers have averaged -0.16 epa per play on play action passes since the 2024 season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.09.
The Panthers go for it on fourth down 37% of the time this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 21%.
The Panthers have averaged just 1.4 yards per play against tight coverage this season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 3.1.
The Panthers have averaged just 8.0 yards per play against open coverage since the 2024 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 9.3.
Dallas Cowboys Offense: Important Stats
The Panthers have averaged -0.16 epa per play on play action passes since the 2024 season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.09.
The Panthers go for it on fourth down 37% of the time this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 21%.
The Panthers have averaged just 1.4 yards per play against tight coverage this season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 3.1.
The Panthers have averaged just 8.0 yards per play against open coverage since the 2024 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 9.3.
Carolina Panthers Offense: Important Stats
The Cowboys have run the ball on 12% of plays (7 carries/60 plays) on 3rd down this season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 26%.
The Cowboys have committed 12 turnovers in the red zone since the 2024 season — most in NFL.
The Cowboys have run the ball on 27% of plays (4 carries/15 plays) on 3rd and short this season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 53%.
The Cowboys have thrown the ball 73% of the time (11 Pass Attempts/15 plays) on 3rd and short this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 44%.
Dallas Cowboys Defense: Important Stats
The Panthers have averaged -0.16 epa per play on play action passes since the 2024 season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.09.
The Panthers go for it on fourth down 37% of the time this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 21%.
The Panthers have averaged just 1.4 yards per play against tight coverage this season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 3.1.
The Panthers have averaged just 8.0 yards per play against open coverage since the 2024 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 9.3.
Carolina Panthers Defense: Important Stats
The Cowboys have run the ball on 12% of plays (7 carries/60 plays) on 3rd down this season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 26%.
The Cowboys have committed 12 turnovers in the red zone since the 2024 season — most in NFL.
The Cowboys have run the ball on 27% of plays (4 carries/15 plays) on 3rd and short this season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 53%.
The Cowboys have thrown the ball 73% of the time (11 Pass Attempts/15 plays) on 3rd and short this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 44%.
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