You’re aware of the phrase “The more things change, the more they stay the same?” Well, let me introduce you to the 2026 Dallas Cowboys, who once again are all offense, no defense.
Dallas arrives in Indianapolis averaging 27.4 points per game (seventh most in the NFL) and allowing 26.6 PPG (sixth most in the NFL). Mirroring recent seasons, the Cowboys field an offense that’s entirely reliant on QB Dak Prescott and a stop unit that stops, well, nothing. Just look at the rankings: ninth in passing offense, 25th in rushing offense, 22nd in passing defense, dead last in rushing defense.
All of this explains why the over has cashed in six of Dallas’ eight games this season (including final scores of 37-20, 34-31, 34-30, 38-21 and 33-30). And why the over is 37-16-1 in Cowboys games going back to Week 13 of the 2023 season.
Since last season kicked off, the Cowboys and their opponents have combined for more than 50 points in 17 of 25 games, including eight of 13 on the road.
By now, it’s pretty clear where I’m heading with this wager. But of course it usually takes two to tango when betting a total. Good news: I’m quite confident the Colts will bring their dancing shoes Sunday, as they’ve eclipsed the total in five of eight games, including three of the last four.
Indy’s defense has been particularly putrid this year, with the Jaguars (42 points last week), Ravens (41), Steelers (34), Chiefs (33) and Titans (26) all lighting up the scoreboard.
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