Cardinals vs. Cowboys prediction favors Dallas to win in NFL Week 8 [2026]

Since our Cardinals-Cowboys predictions earlier in the week, we have re-simulated the result of Sunday's NFL matchup between the Cardinals and Cowboys, forming part of our NFL predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model gives the Cowboys a 73.1% chance of defeating the Cardinals in Week 8 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Cowboys winning 30-23.

Key factors favoring the Cowboys:

• Cowboys team rating
• Cowboys offense
• Cardinals defense

According to our model, the Cardinals (+7.5) have a 53.2% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 54.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

To see win probabilities for every matchup this week, check out our expert NFL Week 8 straight up picks.

Latest betting odds

We have sourced the best NFL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Cardinals +7.5 (-113) / Cowboys -7.5 (+113)
• Moneyline: Cardinals +285, Cowboys -292
• Total: Over/Under 54.5 (+100/-102)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: Cardinals +7.5 @ 53¢ via Novig
• Moneyline: Cardinals @ +285 via BetRivers
• Total: Over 54.5 @ 50¢ via Polymarket

According to our NFL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Cardinals to win.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Cardinals vs. Cowboys TD scorers

Who will score a touchdown in Cardinals vs. Cowboys?

According to our model, Javonte Williams is most likely to score an anytime touchdown in Cardinals vs. Cowboys.

Our projections give Williams a 65.8% chance of getting in for six at AT&T Stadium, while the running back is a 16.1% chance of scoring the first touchdown the game.

Anytime touchdown scorer predictions

Arizona Cardinals

• Trey McBride (TE): 47.9% probability
• Michael Wilson (WR): 36.6%
• Jeremiyah Love (RB): 33.2%
• Tyler Allgeier (RB): 22.6%
• Bam Knight (RB): 20.1%

Dallas Cowboys

• Javonte Williams (RB): 65.8% prob.
• CeeDee Lamb (WR): 50.9%
• George Pickens (WR): 38.7%
• Jake Ferguson (TE): 30.1%
• Ryan Flournoy (WR): 24.4%

First touchdown scorer predictions

Arizona Cardinals

• Trey McBride (TE): 10.5% prob.
• Michael Wilson (WR): 7.4%
• Jeremiyah Love (RB): 6.5%
• Tyler Allgeier (RB): 4.1%
• Bam Knight (RB): 3.6%

Dallas Cowboys

• Javonte Williams (RB): 16.1% prob.
• CeeDee Lamb (WR): 10.7%
• George Pickens (WR): 7.3%
• Jake Ferguson (TE): 5.4%
• Ryan Flournoy (WR): 4.2%

Top player props

Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Cardinals and Cowboys. Head to our NFL player projections page now to access a full list of player prop projections for every offensive player in this matchup and all other Week 8 games.

Quarterbacks

Of the starting quarterbacks, the Cardinals' Jacoby Brissett is projected for 258 passing yards. The Cowboys' Dak Prescott is expected to throw for a whopping 277 yards.

Cardinals rushing

• Jeremiyah Love: 43 yds
• Tyler Allgeier: 21 yds
• Bam Knight: 20 yds

Cowboys rushing

• Javonte Williams: 80 yds
• Tyler Goodson: 26 yds
• Dak Prescott: 11 yds

Cardinals receiving

• Trey McBride: 74 yds
• Michael Wilson: 62 yds
• Kendrick Bourne: 42 yds
• Elijah Higgins: 21 yds
• Reggie Virgil: 16 yds

Cowboys receiving

• CeeDee Lamb: 87 yds
• George Pickens: 69 yds
• Ryan Flournoy: 43 yds
• Jake Ferguson: 23 yds
• Brevyn Spann-Ford: 19 yds

Game info & kickoff details

The NFL Week 8 matchup between the Cowboys and Cardinals at AT&T Stadium is scheduled to start at 1:00 PM ET.

• Who: Arizona Cardinals vs. Dallas Cowboys
• Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026
• Time: 1:00 PM ET/10:00 AM PT
• Venue: AT&T Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict the Cowboys, with a 73.1% win probability, will likely beat the Cardinals in Week 8 of the NFL season.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary NFL prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.