Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys Prediction: A tough contest between these strong sides

Lincoln Financial Field will host the round 17 National Football League encounter between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys. The two teams have been impressive in recent games and will hope to show character in this one. Which side wins this game? I will provide match previews and betting opportunities below.

Philadelphia Eagles

The Philadelphia Eagles suffered their third defeat of the season against the Washington Commanders the previous time out and will look to turn the tables here. In a game that ended in a close 36-33 score, the Philadelphia Eagles had a very decent start but then struggled in the remaining quarter. The Philadelphia Eagles took a 7-21 lead in the first quarter, but their opponent reduced their deficit with a 7-0 win in quarter two. While the Philadelphia Eagles regained their dominance with a 0-6 victory in quarter three, Washington Commanders' attacking play saw them overturn the game with a 22-6 win in the final quarter. 

However, prior encounters to their last defeat saw the Philadelphia Eagles pull off ten consecutive wins. In that run, this team defeated the Cincinnati Bengals, Jacksonville Jaguars, Washington Commanders, Los Angeles Rams, Baltimore Ravens, and Pittsburgh Steelers. This season, the Philadelphia Eagles have 12 wins in 15 matches and a 0.800PCT. In the Conference standings, the Philadelphia Eagles sit in the third spot while positioned at the top of the NFC East Division standings.

Dallas Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys were at home against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers the previous time out and secured a huge win. In a game that ended 26-24, the Dallas Cowboys had a powerful start, which saw them win 10-0. However, despite losing two of the last three quarters, their 3-3 draw in quarter three was enough to put them in the game and pull off a 2-goal margin victory. 

However, the visiting team's recent matches show they have lost only once, coming against the Cincinnati Bengals. This team picked up wins over the New York Giants, Washington Commanders and Carolina Panthers in that run. Away from home, the Dallas Cowboys have ended on the winning end three times in their last five games while losing two others to the Atlanta Falcons and the San Francisco 49ers. 

The Dallas Cowboys have won seven matches out of fifteen played this season, leaving them with a 0.467PCT. The Dallas Cowboys sit 10th in the Conference standings, while they are third in the NFC East Division.  

Expert Betting Tips

I feel this game will be closer than it looks on paper. While the Philadelphia Eagles are performing so well, I believe the odds are too stacked against the Dallas Cowboys on the road, considering how competitive they have been all season. While the Philadelphia Eagles have been a very good side to back, the margin of victory here is a doubt as they look like a completely different side compared to the way they started the season. While I believe the two teams will show their attacking brilliance again, a bet on the Philadelphia Eagles winning is also a good option. Yet, the Dallas Cowboys closing the odds should be the first option, as I trust them to show competitiveness.