Dallas Cowboys vs New York Jets Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/5

NFL Game preview

The Dallas Cowboys will head to MetLife Stadium to play against the New York Jets on Sunday, October 5, 2025. The game will start at 1:00 PM and will be broadcast on FOX. The weather forecast predicts a mild day with a few clouds, providing good conditions for the game.

The Cowboys have a record of 1-2-1 this season and have not won on the road yet. They are led by Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer. On the other side, the Jets are still looking for their first win of the season, with a record of 0-4-0. Aaron Glenn is the head coach for the Jets. The Cowboys are favored with a moneyline of -142, while the Jets are at +119.

Dallas Cowboys Team Preview

The Dallas Cowboys have faced some challenges in their recent games. In Week 3, they lost to the Chicago Bears 31-14 at Soldier Field. Dak Prescott threw for 251 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions. George Pickens stood out with 68 receiving yards and one touchdown.

In Week 1, the Cowboys narrowly lost to the Philadelphia Eagles 24-20. Javonte Williams rushed for 54 yards and scored two touchdowns. CeeDee Lamb caught seven passes for 110 yards, though he did not find the end zone.

The Cowboys’ offense ranks 20th in scoring and 11th in passing yards from the last season. Their defense has room for improvement, ranking 28th in opponent scores. Injuries are also a concern, with key players like CeeDee Lamb and Malik Hooker out for the next game against the Jets.

Cowboys vs Jets Game Day Info

  • Sport: NFL
  • Teams: Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Jets
  • Venue: MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ
  • Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Cowboys Moneyline -142, Jets Moneyline +119, Cowboys Spread -2.5 (-111), Jets Spread +2.5 (-109), Total Over 47.5 (-111), Total Under 47.5 (-109)

New York Jets Team Preview

The New York Jets have had a challenging start to the 2025 season. They lost their first four games, including a close 34-32 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The team shows potential with their offense, gaining 23 first downs in that game.

Justin Fields has been a key player, passing for 471 yards over three games. Breece Hall leads the rushing attack with 238 yards this season. Garrett Wilson stands out in the receiving corps with 311 yards and three touchdowns.

The Jets’ defense has also faced hurdles, ranking 19th in opponent scoring last season. Injuries have affected the team, with key players like Quincy Williams and Alijah Vera-Tucker on the injured reserve. Despite these challenges, the Jets aim to improve as they face the Cowboys next.

BTB Betting Pick

The Cowboys are favored by 2.5 points against the Jets. The Cowboys have a strong passing game, ranking 11th in the league, which could help them cover the spread. With the Jets’ offense ranked 23rd in scoring, the recommendation is to pick the Cowboys to cover the -2.5 spread.

The total for the game is set at 47.5 points. Both teams have struggled to score consistently, with the Cowboys ranked 20th and the Jets 23rd in scoring. Given these stats, the projected total score is likely to be under 47.5 points, making the under a reasonable pick.