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, and convert 74.1% of their own red-zone trips. The Arizona Cardinals are 2-5 at -66, the worst differential in football.
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Cardinals vs Cowboys: 2026 form so far
Two defenses at the bottom of the league, in the same building. The table sets each attack against what the opposite defense has actually allowed.
Cardinals attack against the Cowboys defense
| Per game | Cardinals offense | 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 defense
| Per game | Cowboys offense | 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 defenses in football
Arizona have conceded 26 touchdowns and allow a 112.5 opponent rating. Both are among the two worst marks in the league.
Dallas are barely better at stopping anyone: 52.9% allowed on third down is the worst rate in the NFL, and 1,020 rushing yards have gone through them.
What separates them is the attack. Dallas have 22 touchdowns and 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 offense 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 1:00 PM ET on Sunday, November 1 at AT&T Stadium, which is 12:00 PM CT and 10:00 AM PT. FOX has the regional broadcast.
| Detail | Cardinals vs Cowboys |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, November 1, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 1:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM CT / 10:00 AM PT |
| Venue | AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX |
| TV | FOX |
| Live stream | NFL+ / Fubo |
| Week | Week 8, 2026 NFL season |
Cardinals vs Cowboys prediction and score projection
Dallas win 27-17. Both defenses are poor, but only one of these teams finishes drives: Dallas convert 74.1% in the red zone and Arizona 42.9%.
Signal’s live read on this game updates through the week.
Every Week 8 game, previewed
| Kickoff (ET) | Game | Our prediction | Preview |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 8:15 PM | Panthers @ Packers | Packers 27-20 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Cardinals @ Cowboys | Cowboys 27-17 | You are here |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Falcons @ Buccaneers | Buccaneers 24-21 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Ravens @ Bills | Bills 27-20 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Browns @ Steelers | Steelers 23-17 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Colts @ Jaguars | Jaguars 27-16 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Raiders @ Jets | Raiders 23-20 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Vikings @ Lions | Vikings 24-21 | Read |
| Sun 2:00 PM | Titans @ Bengals | Bengals 30-13 | Read |
| Sun 5:05 PM | Chargers @ Rams | Rams 26-16 | Read |
| Sun 5:25 PM | Chiefs @ Broncos | Chiefs 27-24 | Read |
| Sun 5:25 PM | Patriots @ Dolphins | Patriots 26-17 | Read |
| Sun 9:20 PM | Eagles @ Commanders | Eagles 20-17 | Read |
| Mon 9:15 PM | Bears @ Seahawks | Seahawks 24-21 | Read |
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Cardinals vs Cowboys FAQ
Dallas. Our Signal model has the Cowboys as clear favorites and the live number sits in the Signal card on this page. Dallas are 3-4 at +9; Arizona are 2-5 at -66.
1:00 PM ET on Sunday, November 1 at AT&T Stadium, which is 12:00 PM CT and 10:00 AM PT.
Arizona, with 26 in seven games.
Dallas. Opponents convert 52.9% against them, the highest rate in the NFL.
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