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NFL·PREVIEW·October 8, 2026 06:59 PM ET

Cowboys listed as 8.5-point favorites for Week 5 matchup

New York Giants enter the week as

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What happened: The Dallas Cowboys are listed as for their Week 5 game. Elsewhere around the league, the Jacksonville Jaguars are laying 7.5 points and the New York Giants are.

Why it matters: The point spreads establish Dallas and Jacksonville with significant advantages in their upcoming contests. The Giants face a narrower deficit as they prepare for their matchup.

By the numbers: Dallas enters the week averaging 28.1 points per game this season while allowing 22.7 points defensively.

What to watch: The three franchises continue preparations for their scheduled Week 5 contests.

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