This is as close to a must win as there can be without mathematical elimination being the result of a loss if the Cowboys are to have a chance to catch the Eagles in the NFC East.  The Eagles are 8-1 and off their Bye week.  They are also 7-2 ATS.  The teams are nearly identical in key statistical categories but the Eagles are the much healthier team.  Dallas RB Ezekiel Elliot finally began serving his suspension but the key missing cog last week was their left tackle, protector of QB Dak Prescott who was sacked 8 times.  That will be the main are of concern to be addressed this week during practice.  While QB Carson Wentz and the Eagles offense has gotten most of the accolades their defense has been excellent.  The Cowboys will be prepared to exploit some of the vulnerabilities of the aggressive Philly defense.  At 5-4 Dallas does not even control a Wild Card and as such might take a very aggressive approach to this game which makes for an attractive take with a quality home underdog.

11/19/2017 9:30 AM