👇 Lions vs Cowboys Odds: Quick Facts 👇
Below you will find the most important betting numbers so you can place smart bets on this matchup.
| ⭐ Favorite | Cowboys |
| ⚖️ Lions Win | 50% Chance |
| 🔢 Point Spread | DET -1 |
| 📊 Moneyline | DET -102 |
| 📈 Game Total | O/U 48.5 |
| ✅ Last Verified | September 16, 2025 |
🏈 Lions Vs Cowboys Moneyline
The moneyline is currently set at -102 for the Lions, this means their probability to win is around 50%. We expect these odds to move slightly before game day with this being a week 4 matchup.
🏈 Lions Vs Cowboys Game Total
The over/under for the Lions and Cowboys matchup is currently set at 48.5. We expect this number to not move much with both teams having the ability to score when needed.
🏈 Lions vs Cowboys Point Spread
The point spread for this Lions and Cowboys matchup is currently set at -1(Cowboys). This is what we expected to see at the start of the season with both teams finishing last season strong.
🏈 Lions Chances To Win vs Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys are one-point favorites against the Lions as of this posting with their moneyline set at -118. The Lions are -102 on the moneyline, which gives them an implied win probability of 50.5%. Most sportsbooks see this game as a toss-up, which is reflective in the line.
🏈 How The Lions Win vs Cowboys
The Lions can beat the Cowboys by leaning on their offensive line and trying to establish the run. The Cowboys have a relatively weak interior defensive line and leaning on David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs seems like the optimal strategy.
- 📈 Strength: Run Game, Pass Rush
- 📉 Weakness: Jared Goff's mobility, Pass Defense
🏈 How The Cowboys Win vs Lions
Dallas can beat Detroit by leaning on Dak Prescott to carry the offense and throwing the ball all over the field. The Lions have a rebuilt secondary, but just don't have the cornerbacks to cover CeeDee Lamb. On defense, expect the Cowboys to blitz Jared Goff early and often to get him off schedule.
- 📈 Strength: Passing Offense, Pass Rush
- 📉 Weakness: Run Game Run Defense
🏈 History of Lions vs Cowboys in the 2000's
Below is a list of every time the Lions and the Cowboys matched up in the 2000's:
| Date Of Game | Location | Lions Score | Cowboys Score |
| 10/13/2025 | Arlington, Texas | 47 | 9 |
| 12/30/2023 | Arlington, Texas | 19 | 20 |
| 10/23/2022 | Arlington, Texas | 6 | 24 |
| 11/17/2019 | Detroit, Michigan | 27 | 35 |
| 09/30/2018 | Arlington, Texas | 24 | 26 |
| 12/26/2016 | Arlington, Texas | 21 | 42 |
| 01/04/2015 | Arlington, Texas | 20 | 24 |
| 10/27/2013 | Detroit, Michigan | 31 | 30 |
| 10/02/2011 | Arlington, Texas | 34 | 30 |
| 11/21/2010 | Arlington, Texas | 19 | 35 |
| 12/09/2007 | Detroit, Michigan | 27 | 28 |
| 12/31/2006 | Arlington, Texas | 39 | 16 |
| 11/20/2005 | Arlington, Texas | 7 | 20 |
| 10/31/2004 | Arlington, Texas | 21 | 31 |
| 0/19/2003 | Detroit, Michigan | 7 | 38 |
| 11/03/2002 | Detroit, Michigan | 9 | 7 |
| 01/06/2002 | Detroit, Michigan | 15 | 10 |
🏈 All-Time Best Lions Vs Cowboys Games
The Dallas Cowboys and the Detroit Lions have played several incredible games over the years. Here are some of the most memorable games from their history:
Game 1: NFC Divisional Round Playoffs (1-5-1992)
The Lions destroyed the Cowboys in Round 2 of the NFC Playoffs during the 1991 season, winning 38-6. The Lions would proceed to lose against Washington the following week, but the Cowboys would win back-to-back Super Bowls in 1992 and 1993 following this playoff loss.
Game 2: NFC Wild Card Round Playoffs (1-4-2015)
This was a controversial game for several reasons including a questionable non-DPI call on Cowboys linebacker Anthony Hitchens. The Cowboys would win this game 24-20 over the Lions, setting up the "Dez Caught It" game the following week against the Packers.
Game 3: NFC Divisional Round (12-26-1970)
The first ever playoff meeting between these two teams featured the Cowboys beating the Lions 5-0 in one of the ugliest playoff games you will ever see. The two teams combined to complete nine passes with a total of 102 net passing yards. This certainly wasn't the most enjoyable game to watch, but it was memorable.
Most Recent Lions and Cowboys Matchup
The Lions narrowly lost to the Cowboys 20-19, demonstrating they can compete with the NFC's top teams despite the defeat. Quarterback Jared Goff led a 75-yard drive in the final minutes, connecting with Amon-Ra St. Brown for a touchdown, but a failed two-point conversion attempt cost them the lead. Dallas secured the win after stopping Detroit’s onside kick attempt. The Lions' defense held Dallas to 20 points, well below their home scoring average, and Aidan Hutchinson recorded three sacks. Goff threw two interceptions, including a crucial pick by Dallas safety Donovan Wilson, which led to a field goal.
Lions Record All-Time Vs Cowboys
- Games Played = 31
- Lions Wins = 12
- Cowboys Wins = 19
- Ties = 0
- Playoff Matchups = 3, Lions leading series 2-1
- First Matchup = 23-14, Lions W
- Last Matchup = 20-19. Cowboys W
How to Watch the Game
You can watch the Lions take on the Cowboys in person at AT&T Stadium in Artlington, TX. You can also watch the game online with Amazon Prime, Youtube TV, NFL Network or other available streaming services.
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FAQs
The Lions are set to play the Cowboys on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. It will be exactly a week after their usual Thanksgiving games, and a pivotal late-season game that could determine playoff spots.
The Lions defeated the Cowboys 23-14 in the first game played between the teams on December 11, 1960. The game took place at the old Briggs Stadium in Detroit, Michigan and took place during the Cowboys inagural season, when they went 0-11-1.
The Cowboys lead the head-to-head series 19-13. The Cowboys lead the postseason series 2-1, winning the most recent showdown in 2015 in a classic game that saw them advance to play the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Divisional Round.
There is no current line, but the Lions will likely be favored to win the game against the Cowboys when the teams clash in December at Ford Field. The Lions were favored last season and covered the spread by miles.
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Brandon Justice is a Writer, Commercial Editor, and Fact Checker for BetMichigan.com. He also writes about the Michigan Wolverines & Detroit Lions, two teams he spent seven years covering professionally. Additionally, the Metro Detroit, Michigan native has covered numerous sports betting perspectives, including everything from analysis & daily picks to reviews & guides.
