Detroit Lions vs Dallas Cowboys Predictions, Odds, and Best Bets for Week 14 TNF 2025-26 NFL Season

The Detroit Lions host the Dallas Cowboys for an exciting Thursday Night Football clash. This Lions vs Cowboys team features two offensive juggernauts colliding which also features an elite quarterback matchup between Detroit’s Jared Goff and Dallas’ Dak Prescott.

The Lions have struggled heavily as of recent, after a hot to start to the season. They are 3-4 in their last seven matchups, and dropped majority of the games against playoff bound teams. With the playoffs fast approaching, they sit third at NFC North and are on pace to miss out on the playoffs, making this and the remaining matchups extremely important for them.

Meanwhile, the Cowboys are coming off two impressive win against the Eagles and the Chiefs, being 6-5-1 for the season. However, their playoff chances are still up in the air, and with 5-game remaining, including this game, they will need this win against the Lions to keep their playoff chances alive.

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Recommended Bets and Updated Odds

Recommended Bets	Fanduel	BetMGM
Jahmyr Gibbs over 35.5 receiving yards	-114	-118
Dak Prescott over 0.5 interceptions	-138	-150
Jared Goff under 32.5 passing attempts	-132	-110

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Rationale and Analysis

Jahmyr Gibbs over 35.5 receiving yards is a great bet as he has 170 yards in the last three games, and 19 receptions. He has been a go-to target for Jared Goff and had an incredible game against the Eagles with a 107 yards performance. Looking at the Cowboys’ 30th ranked passing defense, Gibbs may cross 35.5 yards again.

Dak Prescott over 0.5 interceptions is a great bet as he’s totaled 8 interceptions this season, with 5 interceptions in the last 5 games. The Lions have 9 interceptions this season and with the Lions’ strong pass rush, Prescott may throw risky passes resulting in an interception.

Jared Goff has 7 games under 32.5 passing attempts this season, and has trended towards volume only when he’s going up against strong defense. While improved in the recent weeks, the Cowboys are still one of the worst defenses in the league, and we expect the Lions to use a run-heavy approach to exploit the Lions, and with WR Amon-Ra St. Brown uncertain, this is a safe bet.

Lions vs Cowboys Prediction

We expect the Cowboys to pull off an upset and win the game. With the way the Lions have played in the recent stretch, going 3-4 in their last 7 and their recent loss to the Packers, we expect the Cowboys to outscore them. Dallas has all the momentum they need, beating the Eagles and Chiefs, and they should be able to pull off a win in a high scoring game.

Prediction: Cowboys win the game 35-31

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Week 14 Lions vs Cowboys Spread and Betting Odds

Looking at the spread and the moneyline, the Lions are the slight favorites to win the game against the Cowboys, as per BetMGM.

Teams	Spread	Total Points	Moneyline
Cowboys	+3 (-115)	54.5 (-110)	+135
Lions	-3 (-105)	54.5 (-110)	-160

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Lions vs Cowboys Best Bets

Here are over/under and best player bets for the Detroit Lions and the Dallas Cowboys, as per BetMGM.

Detroit Lions Over/Under Odds

Listed below are over/under odds for the Detroit Lions, as per BetMGM.

Over/Under Bets	Over	Under
Jared Goff passing yards	254.5 (-115)	254.5 (-115)
Jahmyr Gibbs rushing yards	76.5 (-115)	76.5 (-115)
Jameson Williams receiving yards	81.5 (-115)	81.5 (-115)

Detroit Lions Best Player Bets

Here are some of the best player bets for the Detroit Lions, as per BetMGM.

Jahmyr Gibbs anytime touchdown scorer: -250
David Montgomery anytime touchdown scorer: -115
Jared Goff over 1.5 passing TDs: -185

Dallas Cowboys Over/Under Odds

Listed below are over/under odds for the Dallas Cowboys, as per BetMGM.

Over/Under Bets	Over	Under
Dak Prescott passing yards	269.5 (-115)	269.5 (-115)
Javonte Williams rushing yards	66.5 (-115)	66.5 (-115)
Jameson Williams receiving yards	81.5 (-115)	81.5 (-115)

Dallas Cowboys Best Player Bets

Here are some of the best player bets for the Dallas Cowboys, as per BetMGM.

Javonte Williams anytime TD scorer: -140
CeeDee Lamb anytime TD scorer: +110
Dak Prescott over 1.5 passing TDs: -210

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FAQs

Who is favored to win between the Lions vs Cowboys?
The Lions are 3-point favorites to win the matchup against Cowboys.

What is the over/under total for the game?
The over/under for total points is set at 54.5.

What is the predicted score for the Lions vs Cowboys game?
We expect the Cowboys to take down the Lions, and the Final score to be 35-31.

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