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Bucs Face Cowboys in TNF Showdown with Rookie QB at Helm
Dallas looks to build on early success while Tampa turns to Daniels in search of first win
By OddsListing wire desk
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Offense and Defense Trends
The Cowboys enter at 2-2 after a 34-30 victory, with their offense averaging 30.5 points per game. Prescott has completed 70 percent of his passes, and the unit has leaned on Lamb, who posted 17 receptions on 21 targets in the most recent outing. Williams provides a strong ground presence. On the other side, the defense has allowed 28.0 points and 389.5 yards per game. Tampa sits at 0-4 and will start Daniels after Mayfield's absence, with the rookie adding eight rushes for 55 yards in his debut.
Matchup and Usage Notes
Dallas has surrendered 150.3 rushing yards per game and 239.9 passing yards per game. Tampa plans to lean on Irving and the run game while using quick concepts for Daniels. The Buccaneers defense has held opponents to 78.5 rushing yards per game. Prescott has faced a 38.2 percent blitz rate, and the secondary will look to limit big plays. Lamb has drawn at least eight targets in every contest.
Betting Angles
The Cowboys have hit the over in 10 consecutive games. Irving has rushed for at least 61 yards in two of his last three outings with a minimum of 15 carries each time, setting up a favorable volume role against a defense that allows significant ground production.
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