Ravens vs Cowboys Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NFL, Week 3

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  • The Ravens are -1 point favorites vs the Cowboys
  • Total (Over/Under): 48.5 points
  • Watch this game on FOX

The Baltimore Ravens (0-2-0) visit AT&T Stadium to take on the Dallas Cowboys (1-1-0) on Sep. 22. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:25pm EDT in Arlington, TX.

The Ravens are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -1 (-105).

The Ravens vs. Cowboys Over/Under is 48.5 total points for the game.

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Ravens vs. Cowboys Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Ravens-1 -10548.5 -110-115
Cowboys +1 -11548.5 -110-105

Ravens vs. Cowboys Prediction

The winning team model predicts the Cowboys will win this game with 51.3% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Ravens vs Cowboys Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Cowboys will cover the spread with 51.3% 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 Ravens players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Ravens Player Prop Bets Today

  • Justice Hill has hit the Receptions Over in 8 of his last 10 games (+6.10 Units / 50% ROI)
  • Derrick Henry has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 7 of his last 8 away games (+6.00 Units / 62% ROI)
  • Derrick Henry has hit the Carries Under in 7 of his last 8 away games (+5.65 Units / 55% ROI)
  • Derrick Henry has hit the Receptions Under in 10 of his last 15 games (+5.50 Units / 30% ROI)
  • Keaton Mitchell has hit the Longest Rush Over in his last 5 games (+5.05 Units / 89% ROI)

And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Cowboys players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Cowboys Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Ezekiel Elliott has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 12 of his last 17 games (+6.45 Units / 33% ROI)
  • Rico Dowdle has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 10 of his last 13 games (+6.05 Units / 36% ROI)
  • Rico Dowdle has hit the Carries Under in his last 6 games (+6.00 Units / 78% ROI)
  • Dak Prescott has hit the Passing Yards Over in 7 of his last 8 games at home (+5.95 Units / 64% ROI)
  • Dak Prescott has hit the Longest Rush Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.60 Units / 45% ROI)

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Cowboys vs Ravens

Player Name Over Under
Zay Flowers (BAL) 54.5 -110 54.5 -120
Brandin Cooks (DAL) 40.5 -110 40.5 -120
Mark Andrews (BAL) 38.5 -115 38.5 -115
Isaiah Likely (BAL) 31.5 -120 31.5 -110
CeeDee Lamb (DAL) 81.5 -115 81.5 -115

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Cowboys vs Ravens

Player Name Over Under
Derrick Henry (BAL) 66.5 -115 66.5 -115
Lamar Jackson (BAL) 53.5 -115 53.5 -120
Ezekiel Elliott (DAL) 30.5 -115 30.5 -115
  • The Baltimore Ravens have hit the 2H Moneyline in 10 of their last 13 games (+8.00 Units / 37% ROI)
  • The Baltimore Ravens have covered the 1H Spread in 15 of their last 22 games (+7.15 Units / 29% ROI)
  • The Baltimore Ravens have covered the 2H Spread in 8 of their last 9 games (+6.95 Units / 71% ROI)
  • The Baltimore Ravens have hit the 3Q Game Total Under in 13 of their last 19 games (+6.25 Units / 28% ROI)
  • The Baltimore Ravens have scored last in 7 of their last 8 games (+6.15 Units / 59% ROI)
  • The Dallas Cowboys have hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 12 of their last 17 games (+7.60 Units / 39% ROI)
  • The Dallas Cowboys have hit the 1H Game Total Over in 8 of their last 9 games at home (+6.90 Units / 68% ROI)
  • The Dallas Cowboys have covered the 1Q Spread in 13 of their last 20 games (+5.65 Units / 23% ROI)
  • The Dallas Cowboys have covered the 4Q Spread in 6 of their last 8 games at home (+3.75 Units / 40% ROI)
  • The Dallas Cowboys have hit the Team Total Over in 6 of their last 8 games at home (+3.60 Units / 35% ROI)

Ravens Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Ravens art 0-2 (-2.15 Units / -100% ROI).

  • Ravens are 0-2 when betting on the Moneyline for -5.4 Units / -100% ROI
  • Ravens are 2-0 when betting the Over for +2 Units / 90.91% ROI
  • Ravens are 0-2 when betting the Under for -2.2 Units / ROI

Cowboys Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Cowboys are 1-1 (-0.1 Units / -4.55% ROI).

  • Cowboys are 1-1 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.7 Units / -45.33% ROI
  • Cowboys are 2-0 when betting the Over for +2 Units / 90.91% ROI
  • Cowboys are 0-2 when betting the Under for -2.2 Units / -100% ROI

Baltimore Ravens: Keys to the Game vs. the Dallas Cowboys

The Ravens were undefeated (4-0) when sacking the QB less than 3 times last season — best in NFL; League Avg: .363.

The Ravens are 4-1 (.800) when sacking the QB less than 3 times since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .370.

The Ravens were undefeated (4-0) when the opposing team commits 60 yards or more in penalties. last season — best in NFL; League Avg: .513.

The Ravens were undefeated (6-0) vs top 10 pass offenses last season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .424.

Dallas Cowboys: Keys to the Game vs. the Baltimore Ravens

The Cowboys were undefeated (4-0) when within 7 points entering the 4th quarter last season — best in NFL; League Avg: .500.

The Cowboys are 12-1 (.923) when allowing less than 50% of third down conversion opportunities since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .568.

The Cowboys are 11-1 (.917) when within 7 points entering the 4th quarter since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .498.

The Cowboys are winless (0-4) when trailing at the end of quarter 1 since the 2022 season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .283.

Additional Matchup Notes for Baltimore Ravens vs. Dallas Cowboys

The Cowboys have run successful plays on 53.8% of pass attempts against a light rush since the 2023 season — T-4th-best in NFL. The Ravens have allowed successful plays on 53.3% of pass attempts with a light rush since the 2023 season — 5th-worst in NFL.

The Cowboys have run successful plays on just 35.9% of rush attempts against a base front this season — 4th-worst in NFL. The Ravens have allowed successful plays on just 32.4% of rush attempts with a base front this season — 5th-best in NFL.

The Cowboys have been successful on 55.6% of plays they have ran against a light rush since the 2023 season — 3rd-best in NFL. The Ravens have allowed their opponents to be successful on 52.9% of plays with a light rush since the 2023 season — 4th-worst in NFL.

The Ravens have run successful plays on 48.1% of rush attempts against a base front since the 2023 season — 3rd-best in NFL. The Cowboys have allowed successful plays on 45.7% of rush attempts with a base front since the 2023 season — 5th-worst in NFL.

The Ravens have run successful plays on 61.9% of pass attempts against a stacked front since the 2023 season — 3rd-best in NFL. The Cowboys have allowed successful plays on 63.2% of pass attempts with a stacked front since the 2023 season — 2nd-worst in NFL.

The Ravens have averaged 0.19 epa per play against a stacked front since the 2023 season — 3rd-best in NFL. The Cowboys have allowed 0.22 epa per play with a stacked front since the 2023 season — worst in NFL.

Baltimore Ravens Offense: Important Stats

The Ravens have targeted TEs 32% of the time (337 Pass Attempts/1,056 plays) since the 2022 season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 20%.

The Ravens have run the ball on 81% of plays (103 carries/127 plays) on 3rd and short since the 2022 season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 52%.

The Ravens had 21 rushes of 20+ yards last season — 2nd-most in NFL.

The Ravens have thrown the ball 18% of the time (23 Pass Attempts/127 plays) on 3rd and short since the 2022 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 44%.

Dallas Cowboys Offense: Important Stats

The Cowboys converted first downs on 25 of 60 plays (42%) when their QB was scrambling last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 23%.

The Cowboys have run successful plays on 44% of pass attempts on passes when their QB has been pressured since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 29%.

The Cowboys scored on 48% of their drives in the 2nd half last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 34%.

The Cowboys have converted first downs on 26 of 62 plays (42%) when their QB has scrambled since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 23%.

Baltimore Ravens Defense: Important Stats

The Ravens defense allowed successful plays on 27% of plays with a light front last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 40%.

The Ravens defense allowed -0.34 epa per play with a light front last season — best in NFL; League Avg: -0.05.

The Ravens defense have allowed -0.16 epa per play in the 1st half since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: -0.00.

The Ravens defense have allowed -0.11 epa per play in the 1st half since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 0.00.

Dallas Cowboys Defense: Important Stats

The Cowboys defense have allowed -0.24 epa per play with a light front since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: -0.05.

The Cowboys defense has allowed 5 rushing TDs in the red zone this season — most in NFL.

The Cowboys defense has allowed just 4.3 yards per dropback (640 yards/149 attempts) when targeted at a depth of 1-5 yards since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 5.5.

The Cowboys defense allowed 6 TDs in Week 2 — most in NFL.

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