Cowboys vs Vikings Odds, Lines, Spread, Picks, and Predictions for Week 8 SNF
- The Dallas Cowboys hope to have quarterback Dak Prescott under center when they take on the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday Night Football as road underdogs
- SNF Betting Record: 0-0 ML; 3-3 ATS; 4-1 Totals; +2.5 units
- Read on for all the odds and trends ahead of Sunday night’s Week 7 matchup at US Bank Stadium
The status of quarterback Dak Prescott remains uncertain as the Dallas Cowboys prepare to take on the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday Night Football as 3-point road underdogs in the NFL Week 8 betting lines. Despite enjoying a bye last weekend, Prescott continues to nurse a calf injury that has placed his availability in doubt as the Cowboys vie for a sixth straight win. The Vikings also return from a bye last weekend and will be aiming to make it extend their current straight up win streak to three games as they make their first prime time appearance of the season.
Dallas Cowboys vs Minnesota Vikings Odds
| Team | Spread | Moneyline Odds | Total at DraftKings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Cowboys | +3 (-115) | +135 | O 51.5 (-110) |
| Minnesota Vikings | -3 (-105) | -155 | U 51.5 (-110) |
*Odds taken at DraftKings on October 30, 2021.
Start time of Sunday night’s contest is set for 8:20pm ET, with the weather playing no factor in the comfortable confines of US Bank Stadium.
Cowboys vs Vikings Line Movement
These teams will face each other for the third time in as many seasons in Sunday night’s contest. The Cowboys have held the edge, posting SU wins in three of their past four dates with the Vikings including narrow victories in each of their past two visits to Minnesota. However, it is the Vikings who have regularly rewarded loyal sports bettors, covering the spread in 10 of 12 clashes with Dallas, including a steady 5-1 ATS run in their past six as home chalk.
My story for @SBN: NFL Week 8 Odds, Opening Lines and Spreads for All Games https://t.co/VvXYQfJnn7 #Rams #Texans #Colts #Titans #NFL
— John Perrotto (@JPerrotto) October 25, 2021
With Prescott far from certain to make the start on Sunday night, the Vikings have made steady gains in the NFL odds since opening as 1.5-point underdogs. The total has also seen plenty of movement, dipping to 51.5 after opening at 52.5.
Cowboys Outlook
The Cowboys enjoyed a well-earned break last weekend after opening their schedule on a steady 5-1 SU run. Dallas has powered its fast start on the strength of the NFL’s top-ranked offense, which has racked up an impressive 34.2 points per game. Prescott has been key to that success, tossing for three or more scores in five of the team’s six outings to date. If Prescott is unable to go, it opens the door for Cooper Rush to get the start. Rush took all the first-string reps in team drills this week but has not completed a pass in an NFL game situation since 2017.
Dak Prescott will be making the trip to Minnesota, however, there is still no definite word of his availability. He has not taken an offensive snap all week and the line movement towards Minnesota indicates he won't play.
— Michael Lombardi (@mlombardiNFL) October 30, 2021
But it is far from certain that Dallas can maintain their torrid pace if Prescott is unavailable, considering the impressive performance of the Vikings pass defense, which has limited opposing passers to an average of just 198.5 yards and just two total touchdowns over their past four outings. In addition, the Cowboys remain without injured receiver Michael Gallup, while defensive end Dorance Armstrong and offensive tackle Tyron Smith both remain questionable with ankle injuries
Vikings Outlook
The Vikings should be well rested after being idle last weekend. After enduring a pair of heartbreaking losses to Cincinnati and Arizona by a combined margin of just four points to open their schedule, the bounces have started to go Minnesota’s way. The Vikings have now won three of four contests, including last-second wins over Detroit and Carolina in each of their past two outings. Minnesota’s recent surge has given the team a boost in the NFL playoff odds, where they are now sitting as an improved +151 bet to reach the postseason for the third time in four years.
#Vikings Offensive Rankings
– Total Offense: 5th (414 YPG)
– Passing: 6th
– Rushing: 8th#Vikings Defensive Rankings– Total Defense: 16th
– Pass Defense: 12th
– Rush Defense: 26th
– Pass Rush Efficiency: 1st— Tanner Weber – Purple Post (@Purple_Post) October 30, 2021
While quarterback Kirk Cousins is coming off his third three-TD performance of the season in the team’s 34-28 win over the Panthers in Week 6, it is the Minnesota defense that deserves huge credit for the team’s recent success. In addition to limiting opponents to just 16 points per game in three home dates this season, the Vikings have also compiled an NFL-leading 21 sacks through their first six games. However, the Vikings will likely need to overcome their recent struggles to generate points after recess. Minnesota has failed to reach the end zone in the fourth quarter in each of its past five outings and has scored an average of just nine points in the second half so far this season.
The Pick: UNDER 51.5 (-110) – 1 unit
Daniel has been writing about sports and sports betting for over 23 years. The seasoned pro has contributed to the likes of Sports Illustrated, Sportsnet, NESN, Bleacher Report, OddsShark, the Globe and Mail, and The Nation magazine.
