Cowboys at Eagles Sunday Night Football Pick
November 6, 2009
The 5-2 Dallas Cowboys head to Philadelphia to take on the 5-2 Eagles this week for Sunday Night football. The live NFL spreads show that Philadelphia is a 3 point favorite, with the over/under posted at 47.5. Jeff Hochman is here to dissect the matchup to help you get ready for this game.
This should be one hell of a football game in front of a large crowd this coming Sunday Night. I will be watching from Pre-game through Post-game. Let’s take a look at some key news, notes, and stats from this NFC East match-up. For all you trend devotees, I listed three from my database.
The Eagles will be playing their third straight game vs. an NFC opponent. They are 2-0 SU and ATS in the past two games. If Brian Westbrook can’t go (check status) that will be a big loss for the Eagles. He has had big games vs. Dallas in his career. Dallas has put up 101 points in their previous 3 games. Miles Austin has given this team a big-time #1 pass catcher. He also works with a passion that has been wanted on this Cowboys’ team since T.O.
Owens left. Get to recognize the 6-3, 213- pound WR because he is a coming star. I compare him to Larry Fitzgerald who is the same height but 5 pounds larger. Miles is swifter. They both play the exact comparable way. (120% on every down)
2008 – That’s the game Dallas got their behind spanked by the Eagles. The final was 44-6! That’s also the day I believed Wade Phillips would get canned. I am not his greatest fan to say the least, but he has done a respectable job so far this season.
Something’s Gotta Give
The Cowboys throw for 263 yards per game but the Eagles only allow 193 passing yards per game. The Cowboys are 5-1 SU and ATS vs. the NFC East while the Eagles are 4-1 SU and ATS.
Better Offense
Dallas Cowboys average 411 YPG this season compared to 344 for Philly.
Better Defense
Philadelphia Eagles average 296 Yards against likened to 360 for Dallas. Philly has a skill for forcing turnovers. Dallas does not and in fact ranks at the bottom in takeaways.
Better Special Teams
After the first two weeks I would have said Philadelphia. As of right now I would say it’s pretty even.
Better Coaching Staff
Philadelphia Eagles- Andy Reid is one of the best HC’s in all of football.
Intangibles
Dallas Cowboys– They got their ass handed to them in last year’s playoff game by these same Eagles.
Lets talk Total
The Cowboys are 5-3 to the Over this year and the Eagles are 6-1 to the Over. Hence the odds are so high at 47.5 points. The Over is 6-1-1 L8 when these teams meet in Philadelphia. Most of the time when the Over looks like a can’t miss prospect the exact opposite happens. Be careful!
Top Trends
The Cowboys are 8-2 ATS last ten November games.
The Cowboys are 22-9 SU and 18-13 ATS vs. the NFC East since 2006.
The Philadelphia Eagles are 11-1 ATS L12 in games after facing the NY “football” Giants.