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Eagles Favored as NFL Season Kicks Off Against Cowboys

9/3/2025

Summary

Eagles Face Cowboys

The 2025 NFL season begins on September 4, with the Eagles favored by 8.5 points over the Cowboys after Dallas traded Micah Parsons.
Key injuries include Eagles linemen Landon Dickerson and Jordan Mailata, while Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs is uncertain.
The Eagles have a balanced roster, and the Cowboys added wide receiver George Pickens to strengthen their offense.
The game will air on NBC and stream on Peacock.

Summary

Eagles Host Cowboys

The 2025 NFL season opener is on September 4, featuring the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys at 8:20 p.m. ET, with the Eagles favored by 8 points.
The Cowboys traded star Micah Parsons, affecting their defense, while Dak Prescott returns from injury.
Saquon Barkley, last season's Offensive Player of the Year, rushed for 223 yards against Dallas in 2024.
The Eagles have won 11 consecutive home games; the Cowboys are 1-5 against the spread in Philadelphia.
The game will air on NBC and stream on Peacock.

History

Historical Context

The 1970 merger of the NFL and AFL created a unified league, enhancing American football's popularity. The Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys, two historic franchises, have a fierce rivalry, with the Eagles winning 11 consecutive home games. In 2024, Saquon Barkley rushed for 223 yards against Dallas, exemplifying the league's competitive nature and ongoing evolution in player dynamics.

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Eagles Face Cowboys

The 2025 NFL season begins on September 4, with the Eagles favored by 8.5 points over the Cowboys after Dallas traded Micah Parsons.
Key injuries include Eagles linemen Landon Dickerson and Jordan Mailata, while Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs is uncertain.
The Eagles have a balanced roster, and the Cowboys added wide receiver George Pickens to strengthen their offense.
The game will air on NBC and stream on Peacock.

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