Cowboys Vs. Cardinals MNF Preview: Betting & BTA Sports Model Projections

Week 9 concludes in Dallas. Get expert betting insights, model picks, and winning predictions. 🏈
Week 9 wraps up in Dallas as the Cowboys host the Arizona Cardinals in primetime. Despite flashes of offensive potential, both squads have struggled to put together complete performances, making this a pivotal game for two teams searching to get back on track.

Matchup Overview

The Cowboys are having a rollercoaster of a season. They are ranked 2nd in points per game (30.8), but are 31st in points allowed per game (31.3). Sitting at 3-4-1, they have so much potential to be a contending team if their defense can figure it out during the second half of the season.

After starting the season 2-0, the Arizona Cardinals have now lost five straight games. Each of their losses comes from one-score games, three of those being from field goals as time expired. Jacoby Brissett will be behind center again tonight, who is coming off a pretty good performance against a standout Green Bay defense.

BTA’s Markets/Props To Watch

Player/Team Line BTA Sports Projection
Zay Jones Over 1.5 Receptions 84.85% Chance
George Pickens Over 59.5 Receiving Yards 63.45% Chance
Trey McBride Over 59.5 Receiving Yards 63.35% Chance

1. Zay Jones Over 1.5 Receptions

Zay Jones has caught 2+ passes in each of his last 4 games. Facing one of the worst secondaries in the league, we should expect a ton of passing for the Cardinals. Our model gives Jones an 84.85% chance of recording 2+ receptions tonight.

2. George Pickens Over 59.5 Receiving Yards

Pickens has become one of the Cowboys’ best offseason acquisitions this season. He is averaging 85.6 receiving yards per game and has gone over this total in 6 of his last 7 games. Our model gives him a 63.45% chance of recording 60+ receiving yards tonight.

3. Trey McBride Over 59.5 Receiving Yards

Trey McBride is having a sensational 2025 season, entering this week ranked 4th amongst tight ends in receiving yards (421). The Cardinals will be airing it out against Dallas, and expect Brissett to look for his favorite target. Our model gives McBride a 63.35% chance of recording 60+ receiving yards tonight.

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