Arizona have conceded 26 touchdowns, more than any team in the NFL. Dallas allow opponents to convert 52.9% of third downs, also the worst in the league. Our Cardinals vs Cowboys prediction expects points.
The Dallas Cowboys are 3-4 but have scored 189. The Arizona Cardinals are 2-5 at -66, the worst differential in football.
Arizona Cardinals @ Dallas Cowboys
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Cardinals vs Cowboys: our editor’s props
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Cardinals vs Cowboys: 2026 form so far
Two defences at the bottom of the league, in one building. The table compares what each team produces with what the other has given up.
Cardinals attack against the Cowboys defence
| Per game | Cardinals offence | Cowboys allow |
|---|---|---|
| Passing yards | 217.9 | 228.0 |
| Rushing yards | 96.0 | 145.7 |
| Yards per carry | 3.7 | 4.7 |
| Passer rating | 82.9 | 105.2 |
| Touchdowns | 1.9 | 3.0 |
| Third-down conversion | 37.7% | 52.9% |
| Red-zone conversion | 42.9% | 70.4% |
| Sacks conceded / recorded | 2.1 | 1.4 |
Cowboys attack against the Cardinals defence
| Per game | Cowboys offence | Cardinals allow |
|---|---|---|
| Passing yards | 259.3 | 228.0 |
| Rushing yards | 94.3 | 126.3 |
| Yards per carry | 4.1 | 4.7 |
| Passer rating | 92.9 | 112.5 |
| Touchdowns | 3.1 | 3.7 |
| Third-down conversion | 49.4% | 39.7% |
| Red-zone conversion | 74.1% | 69.6% |
| Sacks conceded / recorded | 1.0 | 2.1 |
Dallas have conceded seven sacks in seven games, joint fewest in the NFL. Arizona have conceded 15.
Cardinals vs Cowboys quarterback matchup
Dak Prescott has 13 touchdown passes to five interceptions at 92.9 and threw three last week. Jacoby Brissett has ten to six at 82.8.
| Team | Quarterback | Last game | Season to date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinals | Jacoby Brissett | 27/48, 272 yds, 1 TD, 0 INT, 79.5 rtg | 183/282, 1600 yds, 10 TD, 6 INT, 82.8 rtg (7 games) |
| Cowboys | Dak Prescott | 15/27, 212 yds, 3 TD, 0 INT, 118.1 rtg | 178/273, 1851 yds, 13 TD, 5 INT, 92.9 rtg (7 games) |
Cardinals vs Cowboys injury report and team news
Arizona have conceded 26 touchdowns in seven games, more than any team in the NFL.
Dallas allow opponents to convert 52.9% on third down, the worst rate in the league.
Arizona convert 42.9% of their red-zone trips, the lowest rate in the NFL.
Arizona CardinalsDallas CowboysTwo of the worst defences in football
Arizona have conceded 26 touchdowns and allow a 112.5 opponent rating, both among the two worst marks going.
Dallas are barely better: 52.9% allowed on third down is the worst rate in the NFL.
What separates them is the attack. Dallas finish 74.1% of red-zone trips; Arizona finish 42.9%, the lowest rate in the league.
Players to watch
- Dak Prescott (DAL, QB): 1,851 passing yards and 13 touchdowns in seven games.
- CeeDee Lamb (DAL, WR): The first read in an offence converting 74.1% in the red zone.
- Jacoby Brissett (ARI, QB): 1,600 passing yards and ten touchdowns at 82.8.
- Trey McBride (ARI, TE): Arizona’s leading target since the Harrison trade.
How to watch Cardinals vs Cowboys
Kickoff is 6pm GMT on Sunday 1 November at AT&T Stadium, which is 1:00 PM ET. This is not one of Channel 5 or 5ACTION’s free-to-air picks this week. Sky Sports has the UK coverage and NFL Game Pass on DAZN carries every game of the season, live or on demand. Sky takes one exclusive pick from each of the two Sunday afternoon windows, and those two reach Game Pass 24 hours after the final whistle. Squawka may earn a commission if you subscribe through that link.
| Detail | Cardinals vs Cowboys |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, November 1, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 6.00pm GMT Sun 1 Nov / 1:00 PM ET |
| Venue | AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX |
| TV | Sky Sports |
| Live stream | NFL Game Pass (DAZN) |
| Week | Week 8, 2026 NFL season |
Cardinals vs Cowboys prediction and score projection
Our Cardinals vs Cowboys prediction is Dallas by 27-17. Both defences are poor, but only one of these teams finishes drives.
Our projected margin updates on this page as the week’s team news lands.
Every Week 8 game, previewed
| Kickoff (BST) | Game | Our prediction | Preview |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 1:15 AM | Panthers @ Packers | Packers 27-20 | Read |
| Sun 7:00 PM | Cardinals @ Cowboys | Cowboys 27-17 | You are here |
| Sun 7:00 PM | Falcons @ Buccaneers | Buccaneers 24-21 | Read |
| Sun 7:00 PM | Ravens @ Bills | Bills 27-20 | Read |
| Sun 7:00 PM | Browns @ Steelers | Steelers 23-17 | Read |
| Sun 7:00 PM | Colts @ Jaguars | Jaguars 27-16 | Read |
| Sun 7:00 PM | Raiders @ Jets | Raiders 23-20 | Read |
| Sun 7:00 PM | Vikings @ Lions | Vikings 24-21 | Read |
| Sun 7:00 PM | Titans @ Bengals | Bengals 30-13 | Read |
| Sun 10:05 PM | Chargers @ Rams | Rams 26-16 | Read |
| Sun 10:25 PM | Chiefs @ Broncos | Chiefs 27-24 | Read |
| Sun 10:25 PM | Patriots @ Dolphins | Patriots 26-17 | Read |
| Mon 2:20 AM | Eagles @ Commanders | Eagles 20-17 | Read |
| Tue 2:15 AM | Bears @ Seahawks | Seahawks 24-21 | Read |
Every fixture in the round is covered across our NFL UK hub, and the 32 club pages sit on the NFL teams hub.
Cardinals vs Cowboys FAQ
6pm GMT on Sunday 1 November at AT&T Stadium, which is 1:00 PM ET.
Sky Sports has the coverage and NFL Game Pass on DAZN carries every game of the season, live or on demand. Sky holds one exclusive pick in each of the two Sunday afternoon windows, and those two reach Game Pass 24 hours after the final whistle. Channel 5 and 5ACTION carry the week’s free-to-air games, and those are not blacked out.
Arizona, with 26 in seven games.
Dallas. Opponents convert 52.9% against them.
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