NFL Monday Night Football Preview: Cincinnati Bengals vs. Dallas Cowboys – Monday, Dec. 9, 2024

The Cincinnati Bengals (4-8) and Dallas Cowboys (5-7) will meet at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, as part of the Monday Night Football action on December 9 at 8:15 PM ET. The Bengals are favored on the road with a point spread at -5.5 (-110).

Cincinnati Bengals Betting Preview

The Bengals have lost their last three games, which have all been seven points or less in each defeat. Their latest loss was a 44-38 outing against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

They had strong first and fourth quarters, each scoring 14 points. However, they allowed the Steelers to gain 20 points in the second quarter alone, putting this game out of reach.

Joe Burrow had a good game despite one interception, as he completed 28 of 38 passes for 309 yards and three touchdowns. Chase Brown played well on the ground with 12 carries totaling 70 yards and a touchdown. In total, the Bengals put up 375 yards and allowed 520, showing defensive collapses at times.

The Bengals have been averaging 27.9 points per game and rank fifth for that output in the league. Their defense is an entirely different story, which has been a train wreck, allowing 28.3 points per game and ranking 31st. At this rate, their margins are slightly negative, and they have zero room for error.

Dallas Cowboys Betting Preview

The Cowboys have won their last two games but are back home, where they have gone 1-5 this season. Their latest victory was a 27-20 performance over the New York Giants.

They had a 27-10 lead heading into the fourth quarter, but then they allowed the Giants to score 10 points in the fourth, making this game a little more respectable on paper. The Cowboys also had no turnovers, forcing the Giants to have two.

Cooper Rush has been great since filling in for Dak Prescott. In this recent matchup, he completed 21 of 36 passes for 195 yards and a touchdown. Rico Dowdle stood out in rushing with 22 carries that amounted to 112 yards and a touchdown.

The Cowboys have scored 20.7 points per game, which ranks 21st in the league. Their defense has given up 28.3 points per game, which ranks 29th. Their defense must step up here, especially since they are at home in front of their fans.

Odds, Series Trends, and Free Pick

MyBookie offers excellent Monday Night Football odds for the Cincinnati Bengals vs. Dallas Cowboys showdown. Current odds reflect the Bengals as 5.5-point favorites, while market insights suggest the Bengals have a 67.2 percent chance of winning overall.

The Cowboys have looked solid in their recent wins, but their defense has typically given up too many points. Look for the Bengals to cover the spread.

Final Pick: Cincinnati Bengals -5.5 (-110)