CBS Sports Texas team predictions for Week 6: Dallas Cowboys vs. Detroit Lions

DALLAS – The Detroit Lions and Dan Campbell arrive at AT&T Stadium fresh off a bye week, while the Cowboys continue to deal with a long list of injuries. There was some optimism surrounding the return of All-Pro cornerback DaRon Bland, but it looks like that will be a topic of discussion on the road trip to Levi’s Stadium.

Before the Cowboys enjoy their bye week and try to get healthy, they’ll focus on getting their first win in Dallas this season.

The CBS Texas Sports team makes its predictions.

George Teague

The Lions have the third-best overall offense in the NFL, a drastic contrast from the Steelers, who beat the Cowboys last week. The Lions have personnel, including David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs, and they deploy 12 more personnel in the red zone than any other team in the league.

The Cowboys may be overwhelmed in the trenches with the additional injuries to Eric Kendricks and Marshawn Kneeland. I expect this to be a high-scoring game, but Detroit hands Dallas another loss at AT&T Stadium.

Lions 31, Cowboys 27

Bill Jones

What a great football weekend, with Texas-OU on Saturday and Cowboys-Lions on Sunday! In keeping with the Red River rivalry, my Cowboys picks are former Sooner Cee Dee Lamb and Texas ex Demarvion Overshown. The Cowboys defended their 31-30 victory, stopping the Lions with a last-second 2-point conversion pass intended for eligible tackle Dan Skipper.

Cowboys 31, Lions 30

Isaiah Stanback

Revenge game for the Detroit Lions, whether right, wrong or indifferent. They will come to AT&T Stadium with revenge in mind. With a strong offensive line, the most balanced offense in the league with two great running backs and reliable pass catchers.

As good as they are on offense, they are the exact opposite on defense with the exception of league-leading defensive player Aiden Hutchinson. This Lions defense ranks near the bottom of the league in passing yards allowed, while Dak is at the top. It should be a great opportunity for Dak and Cee Dee to rekindle their chemistry; However, this won’t be enough as Detroit will control the clock and the trenches en route to victory over Dallas.

Lions 31, Cowboys 28

Jett Beachum

For the second straight year, the Cowboys host the Lions and former Cowboy Dan Campbell, who made Detroit a Super Bowl contender. The Cowboys’ 20-19 victory last season ended in controversy when Detroit converted a 2-point conversion, only for the referees to rule that the player was ineligible to play. I don’t think this year’s matchup will be controversial.

An injury-weakened Dallas defense that is already missing its four best defensive players will now also be without linebacker Eric Kendricks. I expect the Lions, who have a top-five offense, to have a feast. The Cowboys need a superhuman performance from Dak Prescott to stay in this game. I don’t think he’s doing enough to make it.

Lions 30, Cowboys 23

Briana Aldridge

Although the Cowboys’ win in Pittsburgh wasn’t pretty, Dak Prescott and the offense did just enough to get the win. However, the penalties and turnovers will not be able to keep up with those of Jared Goff, who delivers a perfect final performance.

Despite the injuries on defense, it would be crazy if Dallas didn’t get a win at AT&T Stadium by November. I think Jake Ferguson will find the end zone and set the tone for the first time this season. I’m going to go with the home team and rely on the fact that Dak hasn’t lost to the Lions in his career as a starter.

Cowboys 34, Lions 31