Dallas Cowboys Week 3 Recap: Analytics, Injuries, Betting & Fantasy

Game result: Lost 14-31 to Chicago. Dak Prescott threw for 251 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions. The defense allowed four touchdown passes to Caleb Williams.

Analytics: Dallas averages 24.3 points per game, seventh in the league. However, they managed just 14 against Chicago and went 0-for-3 in the red zone. Their pass protection allowed four sacks.

Injuries: Star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb sprained his ankle and was ruled out. Owner Jerry Jones said the injury is not considered serious. Defensive lineman Kenny Clark and cornerback Trevon Diggs also left with injuries.

Betting: Dallas entered as a 1.5-point favorite; the upset means the Cowboys failed to cover. The game total went under the 49.5-point line.

Fantasy: Dak Prescott remains a QB2 until the offense rebounds. Tight end Jake Ferguson’s 13 catches for 82 yards make him a reliable PPR option. With Lamb potentially limited, look for Brandin Cooks and rookie Jalen Tolbert to see increased targets.