New York Jets vs Dallas Cowboys Preview, Betting Odds, and Predictions – NFL 2025-26 Season Week 5

The Cowboys return to MetLife Stadium, but this time they face the Jets in week 5

New York Jets vs Dallas Cowboys Preview, Betting Odds, and Predictions for the 2025-26 NFL Season Week 5

The New York Jets play at home in week 5 as they go up against the Dallas Cowboys. This matchup pits the winless Jets against the 1-2-1 Cowboys. The early afternoon game on Sunday is scheduled to start at 1:00 p.m. ET from MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Recommended bets and updated odds

Recommended Bets	FanDuel	BetMGM
Dak Prescott 225+ Yards	-16 8	-21 0
George Pickens Anytime TD	+100	+105
Total points over 47.5	-104	-104

Analysis and Rationale

Dak Prescott has thrown for over 250 yards in all three of his previous games. The only game he threw for less was in week 1, but that was against the defensively sound Philadelphia Eagles. The Jets’ defense is also averaging around 200 yards per game.

George Pickens to score a touchdown seems like a strong possibility based on the fact that he already has 4 touchdowns from 4 games. Additionally, with CeeDee Lamb’s ankle injury, Pickens will once again be the top target. Last week, he produced 134 receiving yards and two touchdowns.

The Cowboys are averaging 28.5 points per game, whereas the Jets are averaging 22.5 per game; however, defensively, both teams are allowing 30 or more points. Thus, this game has a possibility of being a high-scoring one.

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— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) September 29, 2025

New York Jets vs Dallas Cowboys Preview

The Jets started the season showing plenty of promise despite losing a close game to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Unfortunately, though, a big loss to the Bills, and two one-score losses to the Bucs and Dolphins, means they are winless through 4 weeks.

As for the Cowboys, they have had a so-so start to their season, showing flashes of brilliance at times. While Dallas’ offense is finding ways to put plenty of points on the board, the defense has been allowing plenty themselves. They defeated the Giants for their only win after a 40-37 win in OT, while holding the Packers to a tie after a 40-40 end in OT last week.

New York Jets Best Bets – Over/Under and Player Bets

Below are some of the best player bets for the New York Jets as sourced from FanDuel.

New York Jets Over/Under Bets

Over/ Under Bets	Over	Under
Justin Fields passing yards	186.5 (-114)	186.5 (-114)
Garrett Wilson receiving yards	62.5 (-114)	62.5 (-114)
Breece Hall rushing yards	66.5 (-114)	66.5 (-114)

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New York Jets Best Player Bets

Below are some of the best player bets for the New York Jets as sourced from FanDuel.

Justin Fields 200+ Passing Yards: +122
Garrett Wilson 70+ Receiving Yards: +118
Justin Fields 40+ Rushing Yards: -210

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Dallas Cowboys Best Bets – Over/Under and Player Bets

Here is a look at the over/under and player bets for the Dallas Cowboys as per FanDuel.

Dallas Cowboys Over/Under Bets

Over/ Under Bets	Over	Under
Dak Prescott passing yards	239.5 (-114)	239.5 (-114)
George Pickens receiving yards	72.5 (-114)	72.5 (-114)
Javonte Williams rushing yards	69.5 (-114)	69.5 (-114)

Dallas Cowboys Best Player Bets

Below are some of the best player bets for the Dallas Cowboys as sourced from FanDuel.

Dak Prescott most passing yards: -310
George Pickens 80+ Receiving Yards: +116
Javonte Williams Anytime TD scorer: -135

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Week 5 Jets vs Cowboys Predictions for NFL 2025-26

Neither the Jets nor the Cowboys have been at the top of their game on the defensive side of the ball. Offensively, however, Dallas has put up 40 points twice on the Giants and the Packers. Moreover, Dallas is getting excellent production from its pass catchers, a testament to Prescott’s 1,119 passing yards in just 4 games.

Our Prediction: Dallas Cowboys to win and cover the spread

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— New York Jets (@nyjets) October 2, 2025

Jets vs Cowboys Betting Odds and Spread

The moneyline and spread show the Dallas Cowboys are the favorites in this matchup against the New York Jets, as sourced from FanDuel.

	Moneyline	Spread	Total Points
New York Jets	+114	+2.5 (-110)	O 47.5 (-104)
Dallas Cowboys	-134	-2.5 (-110)	U 47.5 (-118)

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FAQs

What is the over/under for total points for the Jets vs Cowboys game?

The over/under for total points in the Jets vs Cowboys game is set at 47.5.

What is the point spread for the Jets vs Cowboys game on Sunday?

The Cowboys come into the game as slight 2.5-point favorites over the Jets.

What is the moneyline for the Jets vs Cowboys game in week 2?

The Cowboys are the favorites with a moneyline of -134, while the Jets are the underdogs at +114.

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