Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys predictions, odds, and picks for Week 17 Christmas clash

The Washington Commanders will host the Dallas Cowboys at Northwest Stadium in Landover, MD, to kick off Thursday's Christmas Day tripleheader of the NFL Week 17 schedule.

While neither team is contending for the playoffs this season, the Dallas Cowboys are expected to head into the contest with a point to prove against their divison rivals after three consecutive defeats.

Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys: Game Details

Game: Cowboys at Washington on TNF

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Date & Time: Thursday, Dec 25 at 1 PM ET.

Venue: Northwest Stadium in Landover, MD

Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys: Betting Odds (via BetMGM)

Spread

Dallas Cowboys (-5.5)

Washington Commanders (+5.5)

Moneyline

Dallas Cowboys (-250)

Washington Commanders (+200)

Total

Over/Under: 50.5

Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys: Picks

The Cowboys and the Commanders have two of the worst defenses in the league this season. They are 29th and 31st in opponent yards per play and 30th and 32nd in opponent EPA per play, so bettors can pick the over (50.5) for the contest.

The Commanders, having one of the worst pass defenses in the league, give Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott a prime opportunity to add to his passing yards tally this season. Bettors can also pick Prescott to rack up 250+ yards in the contest.

Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys: NFL Injury Report

Commanders

QB Jayden Daniels - Out

OT Laremy Tunsil - Out

DT Da'Ron Payne - Out

QB Marcus Mariota - Out

LB Nick Bellore - Out

Cowboys

CB Josh Butler - Out

LB DeMarvion Overshown - Out

OT Tyler Guyton - Out

DT Payton Turner - Out

RB Phil Mafah - Out

Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys: Head-to-Head

The Cowboys' rivalry with the Commanders goes back to 1960 as the divison rivals have clashed 131 times in their history. Dallas holds the edge in the battle with 80 wins compared to Washington's 49 victories.

Their rivalry has also witnessed two ties with the Commanders managing just one win in their last five games against the Cowboys.

Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys: Prediction for Week 17

The Cowboys are on a three-game losing streak, with their playoff hopes going up in flames after their last two defeats. Although they have one of the worst defenses this season, their offense, led by Dak Prescott, is expected to be a tough test for the Commanders, who are coming into the game with just one win in the last 10 games.

The Commanders' offense is also expected to struggle against Dallas as they will be without backup quarterback Marcus Mariota, who took up the starting role after Jayden Daniels' season-ending injury in Week 14. Washington will have veteran quarterback Josh Johnson under center for Thursday's contest.

Edited by Chaitanya Prakash