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‘The Cowboys Are a Train Wreck’: Dallas Predicted to Lose First Game of NFL Season

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics
By Angelo Guinhawa | Last updated Aug 22, 2025 9:51 AM ET

The Dallas Cowboys enter the 2025 NFL season with high stakes and low expectations, facing a challenging opener against the Philadelphia Eagles. Predictions from various analysts indicate that the team is likely to lose its first game, further compounding concerns about a roster that struggled significantly the previous season.

Recent assessments highlight Dallas’ difficulties, including a lackluster 2024 finish that saw them stumble to a 7-10 record. Injuries plagued the roster, especially with quarterback Dak Prescott, whose performance declined before a hamstring injury sidelined him. This tumultuous backdrop has led many to label the franchise as a “train wreck,” raising doubts about their ability to compete in a tough NFC East.

Aug 16, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) warms up before the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Baltimore Ravens at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

The matchup against the Eagles is particularly daunting, as Philadelphia is fresh off a Super Bowl victory. Analysts have noted the Eagles’ strong defensive lineup, which could pose significant challenges for Dallas’ offense. With the Eagles favored by seven points, Dallas faces an uphill battle right from the start of the season.

Despite the addition of George Pickens to the wide receiver position, the team has yet to establish a cohesive game plan. Experts suggest that Pickens’ experience might not be enough to overcome the offensive line’s weaknesses and the team’s overall lack of chemistry. As the team prepares to face the Eagles, the pressure is mounting for head coach Brian Schottenheimer to deliver results.

NFL Analysis Predicts Dallas Cowboys to Lose First Game of the Season

Aug 16, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) warms up before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Even though the new season has yet to begin, Dallas has been given a harsh projection for its first game of the season. This is detailed more in an analysis by John Breech for CBS Sports.

The Cowboys are a train wreck. The Eagles are the reigning Super Bowl champs. The Cowboys’ chance at an undefeated season is going to end after one game.

A victory in Week 1 is crucial for Dallas to regain confidence and momentum. However, analysts predict that the combination of Philadelphia’s formidable roster and Dallas’s recent struggles will lead to a disappointing start for the Cowboys.

Oct 27, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) looks to throw the ball against the San Francisco 49ers during the second quarter at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

As the season unfolds, fans are left wondering if Dallas can turn the tide or if it will continue to flounder in mediocrity. The upcoming game against the Eagles will be a litmus test for a team desperately seeking redemption.

Oct 27, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Sam Okuayinonu (91) sacks Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) during the fourth quarter at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

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