The highly anticipated NFL clash this Sunday evening features the Green Bay Packers heading to Arlington, Texas, to face off against the Dallas Cowboys. The game is notable not just for the matchup but also because it marks one month since the surprising trade that sent star linebacker Micah Parsons from Dallas to Green Bay. Unfortunately for the Cowboys, they will be without their key wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, who is sidelined for three to four weeks due to a left high ankle sprain sustained in their recent defeat to the Chicago Bears.
This loss contributed to the Cowboys’ current record of 1-2, which has affected their chances of reaching the playoffs, now reflected in their +450 odds. The Packers, despite a surprising loss to the Cleveland Browns in their previous game, are still favored to win the NFC North with odds at -115 and are considered a significant contender for the Super Bowl, being the third choice at +600.
For Sunday’s game, the Packers are favored by 6.5 points, with an over/under set at 46.5. The game is set to kickoff at 8:20 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on NBC. Experts are pointing to several factors in favor of Green Bay, including their consistent defense which ranks high in points per drive and yards allowed per play. In contrast, the Cowboys are struggling in these areas, compounded by the absence of two starting linemen and Lamb.
Overall, the consensus from experts suggests that the Packers have the upper hand to win convincingly, possibly by two scores, given their strong defensive record and offensive capabilities. As fans and analysts alike prepare for the matchup, all eyes will be on how the former Cowboy, Micah Parsons, performs against his former team in this critical game.