NFL Picks: Week 12 Cowboys vs Commanders

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Thanksgiving Day in the United States is synonymous with family, feasting, and NFL football. This year’s holiday serves up a traditional NFC East rivalry game as the Washington Commanders face off against the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday afternoon. 

Washington comes into this game with a 4-7 record after a 31-19 loss to the Giants, where they didn’t quite live up to their 7.5-point favorite status. Meanwhile, the Cowboys, standing tall with a 7-3 record, are coming off a resounding 33-10 victory over Carolina as 11-point favorites. Historically, the Cowboys have dominated this matchup with a 76-46-2 record, but it was the Commanders who came out on top in the most recent game with a 26-6 victory.

BUSR NFL Lines

Spread: Commanders +11 (-110), Cowboys -11 (-110) 

Moneyline: Commanders +425, Cowboys -600 

Total: O 48.5 (-110), U 48.5 (-110) 

Washington Commanders 

The Commanders are looking to rebound from their defeat and cause a divisional upset. They’ve had a tough run, losing four of their last five games and now sit 12th in the NFC playoff picture. The recent loss to the Giants was marked by missed opportunities and costly errors, despite Washington having a 403-292 total offense edge and controlling the clock. Quarterback Sam Howell, who’s been sacked a staggering 51 times this season, threw for 3,038 yards with 18 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. Brian Robinson Jr. has been the primary rusher, while Terry McLaurin leads in receiving. The team’s injury report lists several players as questionable, so bettors should keep an eye out for updates.

Dallas Cowboys

On the other side, the Dallas Cowboys are looking to maintain their winning momentum and keep pace in the NFC East race. With two consecutive wins and four victories in their last five games, the Cowboys seem well-positioned to secure another win. They’ve been efficient on both ends of the field, ranking 6th in passing offense and 5th in scoring defense. Dak Prescott has had a solid season, passing for 2,604 yards and 19 touchdowns. Tony Pollard has spearheaded the running game, and CeeDee Lamb has been Prescott’s top target. Dallas’ defense, featuring the formidable Micah Parsons, will pose a significant challenge to the Commanders’ offense.

Prediction

As for the prediction, given the Commanders’ recent performance and the Cowboys’ defensive prowess, Dallas is favored to secure a victory at home. Washington’s ability to compete may be hindered by their lack of a robust run game and the pressure Dallas’ defense can exert. Expect the Cowboys to leverage their home-field advantage and aim for a comfortable win in this Thanksgiving matchup.