Final Injury Reports for Cowboys vs Eagles on MNF: Will Barkley, Pickens Play in Week 7?
By Michael Harrison in NFL News
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- The 2-4 Dallas Cowboys face the 2-4 Philadelphia Eagles to cap off Week 7 on MNF
- See the injury report for this contest with updates on Saquon Barkley, George Pickens and more
- Dallas vs Philadelphia final injury report and betting lines
As the Philadelphia Eagles host the Dallas Cowboys on MNF, I am keeping a close eye on a massive injury report that could dramatically shift the betting action.
The Eagles are without starting QB Jalen Hurts, who is on injured reserve with blood clots, along with key wide receivers DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks, who are ruled out. Meanwhile, star running back Saquon Barkley is officially questionable with a hamstring issue, but is expected to return from injury.
For Cowboys backers, wideout KaVontae Turpin has been ruled out. Keep reading as I dive into the NFL odds and key players who will be missing this NFC East grudge match.
Dallas Cowboys Injury Report
Key Cowboys Injury Impacts on Betting Lines
George Pickens (WR)
Pickens practiced in full and doesn’t have an injury designation, which is great news for Dallas, but it doesn’t mean he’ll be 100%.
Pickens is a focal point in the player prop markets, entering the matchup with an over/under of 66.5 receiving yards (-115) and a receptions line of 5.5. He is also listed at +164 to score an anytime touchdown.
If Pickens is limited in any way, CeeDee Lamb’s already lofty prop totals (82.5 receiving yards, 7.5 receptions) could see even heavier public handle.
KaVontae Turpin (WR) & Dee Winters (LB)
Dallas has formally ruled out three players, including key offensive depth piece KaVontae Turpin (ribs) and linebacker Dee Winters (calf). Turpin’s absence removes an explosive element from the receiving rotation, condensing the expected target distribution to Lamb, Pickens, and tight end Jake Ferguson.
On the defensive side of the ball, missing Winters leaves defensive schemes vulnerable against the Eagles passing attack. Joey Porter Jr. logged full participation and has no game designation, so he is not an injury-status concern.
This defensive vulnerability could push sharp action toward the over on the best-available game total of 44 points. To tail this angle, BetMGM offers competitive numbers on the total.
Philadelphia Eagles Injury Report
Key Eagles Injury Impacts on Betting Lines
Jalen Hurts (QB)
Hurts, Philadelphia’s starting quarterback, is on injured reserve with blood clots. Tanner McKee steps in at quarterback, making the change under center a central factor in assessing the Eagles’ passing outlook.
In his first start of the season last time out, McKee managed just 215 yards on a staggering 45 pass attempts (26 completions) during a 25-14 home loss to Carolina. His 4.77 YPA was nearly two yards below league-average.
DeVonta Smith (WR) & Dontayvion Wicks (WR)
I view this lack of proven perimeter weapons as a prime angle to fade the passing attack. If you agree, sign up to bet365 today and evaluate the Under on McKee’s passing totals or the Under on the 1st half team total (9.5).
Saquon Barkley (RB)
Perhaps the most crucial situation for the home underdog Eagles (+185 best-available moneyline) is the status of their star running back. Listed as questionable with a hamstring injury, Saquon Barkley logged full participation in practice, offering optimism that he will suit up.
Barkley is the engine of the ground and pound attack, holding a rushing yards prop of 69.5 (-115). His availability is critical to covering the +4.5 ATS number.
If he is unexpectedly limited, it would place immense pressure on McKee to carry the offense without his top receivers.
Defensive Absences
Philadelphia is also managing multiple significant blows on defense. Defensive back Michael Carter II (abdomen) and outside linebacker Nolan Smith Jr (concussion) will both watch from the sidelines.
Cornerback Jakorian Bennett (knee) and edge rusher Jonathan Greenard (ankle) carry questionable designations. If Bennett and Greenard are unavailable, a depleted secondary could struggle to win the field position battle.
Check the NFL public betting splits to see if the market is hammering the Over 44 points.
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Michael "Hound Dog" Harrison is well known in the sports industry as the resident statistician for the SC with Jay Onrait Show. He has worked at TSN for over 20 years, is the CEO of his "All Bets Par Off" weekly golf betting videos and his HDOG POD, along with several others.
