UPDATE: The Dallas Cowboys take on the Washington Commanders in a vital NFC East showdown on Christmas Day, with kickoff set for 1 p.m. ET. Both teams are looking to end their disappointing seasons on a high note, but the stakes are low as they have already been eliminated from playoff contention.
The Cowboys (6-8-1) are reeling from a 34-17 loss to the Chargers just days ago, marking their third consecutive defeat. Meanwhile, the Commanders (4-11) suffered a 29-18 loss to the Eagles, extending their losing streak to nine out of ten games.
With both teams struggling, the Cowboys enter as 8.5-point favorites, according to the latest odds from DraftKings Sportsbook. The over/under for total points is set at 50.5. Dallas is currently at -481 on the money line, meaning a risk of $481 would yield a $100 profit.
In an urgent update for Commanders fans, veteran quarterback Josh Johnson will start in place of Marcus Mariota, who is sidelined due to hand and quad injuries. Key players like Chris Rodriguez Jr., Laremy Tunsil, and Daron Payne are also listed as inactive.
The Cowboys’ offense is powered by veteran quarterback Dak Prescott, who has thrown for 4,175 yards and 28 touchdowns this season, alongside a 100.0 rating. Prescott’s performance against the Chargers included 244 yards and two touchdowns, showcasing his ability to lead the team even in challenging times.
On the other side, Washington’s receiving corps includes veteran Deebo Samuel, who has made 68 receptions for 639 yards and five touchdowns this season. Johnson’s limited experience has raised questions about the Commanders’ offensive effectiveness as they face a desperate Cowboys team.
Experts from SportsLine are closely analyzing this matchup. Their advanced model, which simulates every NFL game 10,000 times, is currently up over $7,000 for players on top-rated NFL picks since its inception. As momentum shifts, SportsLine projects 56 combined points in this game and highlights which side of the spread is likely to hit more than 50% of the time.
With both teams eager to finish the season on a positive note, fans can expect an action-packed game. Stay tuned for live updates and in-depth analysis as the Cowboys and Commanders face off this Christmas Day.
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