The Dallas Cowboys are used to traveling to East Rutherford, just not to face the New York Jets.
Dallas takes on Gang Green at MetLife Stadium after an emotional overtime tie with the Green Bay Packers last Sunday night. New York, on the other hand, has a short week after losing at Miami on Monday night.
Here are my early leans and predictions for Cowboys at Jets on October 5.
Cowboys vs Jets predictions
Here are our early thoughts on the spread and total for this week’s game. We will have a full game preview (with a best bet and SGP) later in the week.
Early Cowboys vs Jets spread pick: New York +2.5
It would not surprise me to see the Dallas Cowboys come out flat in this road game.
Dallas is still playing without WR CeeDee Lamb, has injuries up front on the offensive line, and is ripe for a letdown spot after crazy draw with the Packers and former star Micah Parsons.
The New York Jets had three turnovers and countless penalties in the Week 4 loss at Miami, which burned a solid effort from this offense. With QB Justin Fields back under center, New York amassed more than 400 yards on offense – 197 on the ground.
Dallas’ defense has been terrible overall, including rating 31st in run defense at PFF after allowing 164 rushing yards to Green Bay.
I’d much rather take the home dog at a field goal – which could pop up later this week – but if I have to lean early, I’m leaning to the Jets.
Early Cowboys vs Jets total pick: Over 47.5
The Cowboys’ defense has been blown up for big gains and plenty of points, offering little pushback in the red zone. With the Jets getting what they want on the ground, Dallas will have to hurry the pace and seek out big plays when it gets a shot at the football.
Dak Prescott is playing phenomenal through four weeks with the Cowboys passing game a Top 10 unit. Even with Lamb out, Prescott was able to spread the ball around to eight different receivers versus the Packers, totaling more than 300 yards and three passing TDs.
New York’s defense is still gaining traction in Aaron Glenn’s new schemes. It’s been lit up through the air, rating 30th in EPA allowed per dropback. The Jets have allowed 15 passing plays of 20 or more yards – third most – and all four foes have scored 27 points or more.
Cowboys vs Jets odds
- Cowboys vs. Jets spread: Jets +2.5
- Cowboys vs. Jets moneyline: Cowboys -142, Jets +120
- Cowboys vs. Jets Over/Under: 47.5
How to watch Cowboys vs Jets
- Cowboys vs. Jets matchup
- Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025, 1:00 p.m. ET
- City: New Jersey
- Venue: MetLife Stadium
- TV: FOX
Odds are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.
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