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Dallas Cowboys set to clash with New Orleans Saints in high-stakes showdown at AT&T Stadium

On Sunday, September 15th, 2024, the Dallas Cowboys (1-0) will face the New Orleans Saints (1-0) at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Both teams are coming off impressive season-opening victories and will bring their momentum into the matchup. The game will feature a showdown between veteran quarterbacks Dak Prescott of the Cowboys and Derek Carr of the Saints. Dallas will rely on their strong defense and versatile offense, while New Orleans will look to continue their scoring momentum. The game will be broadcast on Fox Sports, with Dallas opening as the betting favorite at -6.5.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Saints +225 | Cowboys -270
• Spread: Saints +6 (-110) | Cowboys -6 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 46.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 73%.

New Orleans vs Dallas Stats

New Orleans Saints

Following a strong performance in their season opener, the Dallas Cowboys are off to an impressive start in the NFL. Led by quarterback Dak Prescott and standout players like CeeDee Lamb, Micah Parsons, and DeMarcus Lawrence, the team secured a 33-17 victory over the Cleveland Browns. New addition Eric Kendricks made a strong debut, and special teams also played a significant role in the win. As the Cowboys head into week 2, they boast impressive statistics, ranking highly in points per game, defense, and other key categories. However, the team faces challenges with several key players dealing with injuries, including Marshawn Kneeland, John Stephens Jr., C.J. Goodwin, and Jake Ferguson. In contrast, with a power ranking of 4, the New Orleans Saints are excelling in offense and defense, starting the season with a 1-0 record.

Dallas Cowboys Analysis

The New Orleans Saints opened their season with a dominant 47-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers, showcasing a balanced and potent offense under new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. Quarterback Derek Carr had an impressive performance, leading the team to their highest scoring season opener with 47 points. As they prepare to face the Dallas Cowboys, the Saints have impressive statistics, ranking high in points per game, total yards per game, and third-down conversion rates. However, they are facing injury concerns with key players such as Marshon Lattimore and Tyrann Mathieu listed as questionable. The Cowboys, ranked 1st in the power rankings, have a strong offense and defense and hold a 1-0 record for the season. The Saints will need to closely monitor the status of their injured players as they take on the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium.

Dallas Cowboys vs. New Orleans Saints: Contrasting Offensive and Defensive Performances Head-to-Head

The Dallas Cowboys' offensive and defensive statistics exhibit a mixed performance this season. The team's ground game has shown moderate effectiveness with an average of 25.0 rushes per game for 102.0 yards, ranking 17th and 20th in the respective categories. They maintain a 4.1 yards per rush attempt, placing 18th, with approximately 1.0 rushing touchdown per game, tied for 10th. Despite a preference for passing, their air attack struggles with a 59.38% completion rate and 5.1 yards per pass attempt. On defense, the Cowboys limit opponents to 93.0 rush yards per game, ranking 11th, but face a high percentage of pass plays. However, they have held opponents to a 53.33% completion rate and only 3.0 yards per pass attempt, indicating strong pass defense. In terms of betting trends, the Cowboys have shown a promising record of covering the point spread, particularly when playing at home and as the favorite. Based on these trends, the Cowboys are anticipated to perform well against the New Orleans Saints in their upcoming home opener.

In contrast, the New Orleans Saints have heavily relied on their potent rushing attack this season, executing rush plays 59.68% of the time, ranking them 3rd in the league. They average 37.0 rushes per game, resulting in 180.0 yards and 2.0 touchdowns, which places them 6th, 3rd, and 2nd in these categories, respectively, boasting a 4.9 yards per rush ranking of 10th. Although their pass play percentage is lower, the Saints excel in passing efficiency with a 79.17% completion rate and 8.3 yards per pass, ranking 2nd and 7th in the league. Defensively, the Saints have been formidable, particularly limiting rushing yards to a league-best 58.0 per game and a 2.9 yards per rush. In the air, they hold opponents to a league-best 41.94% completion rate and only 4.4 yards per pass attempt. With these strong defensive performances, the Saints are expected to pose a challenge to the Dallas Cowboys in the upcoming game.

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