NFL Week 8: Los Angeles Rams vs Dallas Cowboys betting picks, preview

This might be a more important game than we think. The Rams have played well on the road this season and need to even up their record to stay in the hunt in the NFC. For Dallas, the Eagles' loss a couple of weeks ago gives them a chance to catch Philadelphia, but only if they keep pace and take advantage of their head-to-head matchups. 

Los Angeles Rams vs. Dallas Cowboys Betting Trends and Odds 

Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023 - 1 p.m. ET

Odds: Dallas -6.5, Over/under 45.5, Los Angeles +220| Dallas -275

Dallas wants to be a part of the upper echelon of the league. To get there they have to take care of business in games like this. I was surprised the number was as emphatic as it is in support of Dallas. However, I wonder if that is in anticipation of the market supporting them too, and wanting to start it under seven points. The Rams have been very inconsistent this season. 

Picks for Los Angeles vs. Dallas

Dallas -6.5, Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp to combine for 185+ Yards Receiving (+200)

Dallas is the better team. The margins might be thin but I like their defense to be able to come up big when it matters most.  I think the Rams are going to be extra aggressive on the road, knowing that they need a win and that will create some opportunities for the Cowboys to make some stops, get a lead and hold it. The Rams can be good at playing catch-up because Matthew Stafford is one of those quarterbacks who might be best when his back is against the wall and he ignores the running game. Look for Dallas to dominate the first half and hold on for the win. Something along the lines of 28-20.

I really like this prop bet on the receivers. Nacua did a ton of damage when he was the top receiver for the Rams early in the season (and last week) and now that Kupp is back he has looked really good too. Stafford may have cooled a little after a hot start (300+ yards in 3 of the first 4 games) but he is more than capable. The payoff at +200 is more than worth it and I envision the Rams playing from behind most of the game, which will help too. 

I am hoping that this line comes down but I think it will hold steady or maybe even get to -7. So far the majority of the tickets and money is coming in on the Cowboys.