- Matchup: Dallas Cowboys vs Green Bay Packers
- Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Venue: Lambeau Field, Green Bay, WI
- Broadcast: NBC
- Betting Odds: Cowboys +1.5
- Over/Under Total: 52.5
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In this exciting showdown, the Green Bay Packers (3-2) will host the Dallas Cowboys (2-3) at the iconic Lambeau Field on Sunday. The Packers are favored by 1.5 points according to sports betting experts, with a total of 52.5 points set for the game.
The Dallas Cowboys are entering this match with a 2-3 record for the season. In their most recent outing, they faced off against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, enduring a 24-16 defeat. Leading the offensive effort, Javonte Williams rushed for 45 yards on 12 carries (3.8 yards per carry). Wide receiver George Pickens showcased his talent, amassing 130 yards on 9 receptions, averaging 14.4 yards per catch. Quarterback Dak Prescott completed 24 of 42 attempts for 316 passing yards and threw 1 touchdown, but also had 2 interceptions, finishing the game with a 69.1 QB rating. Defensively, the Cowboys allowed 241 rushing yards on 39 attempts, equating to 6.2 yards per carry. They also conceded 178 passing yards, with 19 completions out of 25 attempts, marking a stellar 76.0% completion rate. The Cowboys executed 55 plays, accumulating 366 total yards, while their rushing attack netted 50 yards on 13 attempts (3.8 yards per attempt).
In terms of offensive performance, the Dallas Cowboys average 27.6 points per game. However, their rushing game is struggling, ranking 30th with an average of 81.6 rushing yards per game. So far, the Cowboys have amassed a total of 1,756 yards this season and have converted 71 first downs while receiving 34 penalties totaling 314 yards. With 5 turnovers (3 interceptions and 2 fumbles), they have scored 9 touchdowns through the air and 7 on the ground.
On the defensive front, the Cowboys rank 25th in the league in points allowed, giving up an average of 27.2 points per game. Opponents are averaging 5.1 yards per carry against them as they concede an average of 168.4 rushing yards per game. In the passing game, Dallas has surrendered 1,135 yards, ranking them 22nd in the NFL with a 227.0 yards-per-game average, allowing a 72.1% completion rate. Overall, they rank 31st in total defense, allowing 395.4 yards per game, including 10 passing touchdowns and 6 rushing touchdowns, with 842 rushing yards allowed in 5 games so far this season.
The Packers come into this game with a record of 3-2 this season. In their latest game, they secured a commanding 31-7 win against the Chicago Bears. Quarterback Jordan Love threw for 367 yards with 2 touchdown passes, completing 25 of 31 attempts, resulting in an impressive 137.5 QB rating without throwing any interceptions. MarShawn Lloyd added 31 yards on 10 rushes for an average of 3.1 yards per carry. Christian Watson led the receiving corps with 6 catches for 143 yards (23.8 yards per reception). The Packers averaged 2.7 yards per carry in the game, wrapping up with 70 rushing yards on 26 carries. They amassed 428 total yards from 57 plays (7.5 yards per play) and did well on defense, allowing a 57.5% completion rate while giving up 165 passing yards on 23 completions from 40 attempts. The defense allowed 81 rushing yards from 24 carries, averaging 3.4 yards per rush.
The Green Bay Packers accumulate an average of 331.4 total yards per game, placing them 16th in the league. Their rushing attack averages 60.4 yards per game, resulting in a total of 302 rushing yards this season. They have been intercepted 3 times and have lost 3 fumbles, earning 59 first downs so far. However, the Packers have committed 46 penalties that have cost them 369 total yards, ranking 4th in the league for most penalty yards. The passing game has yielded 1,355 yards so far, with an average of 271.0 yards per game, which is 4th in the NFL. When it comes to scoring, the Packers rank 24th, averaging 20.8 points per game.
Defensively, they’ve allowed 6 touchdowns via the air and rank 5th in the league for pass defense with 181.0 passing yards allowed per game. The Packers have conceded a total of 638 rushing yards (127.6 yards per game), including 8 rushing touchdowns throughout the season. Their defense has generated 9 turnovers (2 forced fumbles and 7 interceptions) and given up a total of 112 points. With 328 plays faced, the Packers’ defense ranks 28th in the NFL, currently giving up an average of 22.4 points per game, positioning them 14th in the league.
Who will emerge victorious in this highly anticipated Cowboys-Packers matchup?
Prediction: Back the Cowboys +1.5
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