New Orleans Saints vs Dallas Cowboys

Head to head

Super Bowl odds0.9%3.2%
Power rating7684
Contender tier

Preview

How it plays out

New Orleans Saints vs Dallas Cowboys is a cross-division NFC test that could swing the conference picture. Dallas Cowboys are favored at 69% (DAL -2.5), yet New Orleans Saints's 31% says this is no walkover.

Tactically, New Orleans Saints will want to lean on versatile back to attack Dallas Cowboys, whose playoff demons is the obvious pressure point. Going the other way, Dallas Cowboys's explosive passing could punish New Orleans Saints if qB uncertainty goes unaddressed. Whoever wins that exchange likely wins the game.

Keep an eye on Chris Olave (WR) and Dak Prescott (QB): the two most likely to decide it with a single play. Home field tilts the margin toward Saints, and in a game this close that edge matters.

Key players

NO Saints

AKAlvin Kamara
Alvin Kamara
RB · Pro Bowl
COChris Olave
Chris Olave
WR · Smooth route-runner
CJCameron Jordan
Cameron Jordan
EDGE · Veteran

DAL Cowboys

DPDak Prescott
Dak Prescott
QB · Pro Bowl
CLCeeDee Lamb
CeeDee Lamb
WR · All-Pro
MPMicah Parsons
Micah Parsons
EDGE · All-Pro

Frequently asked

Who is favored in New Orleans Saints vs Dallas Cowboys?

Our model favors the Dallas Cowboys, with a 69% win probability over the New Orleans Saints (31%). The projected spread is DAL -2.5.

What is the prediction for Saints vs Cowboys?

Our model favors Dallas Cowboys (69%) over New Orleans Saints (31%), spread DAL -2.5: a lean rather than a lock.

What are the moneyline odds for New Orleans Saints vs Dallas Cowboys?

Implied from our model's win probabilities, the New Orleans Saints are +223 and the Dallas Cowboys are -223 on the moneyline.

Who are the key players to watch in Saints vs Cowboys?

Watch Alvin Kamara (RB) for the Saints and Dak Prescott (QB) for the Cowboys.

Is Saints vs Cowboys a divisional game?

No. It is an NFC inter-divisional game (NFC South vs NFC East), not a division rivalry.