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Cowboys vs Bengals: Writer predictions for Monday night showdown

The Dallas Cowboys find themselves winners of two straight, and now they’re facing a slumping Cincinnati Bengals team after an extended period of rest coming into Monday Night Football. Betting markets favor Cincinnati by 5.5 points, but the Cowboys have a real opportunity to win here. Do our writers believe?

When Cincinnati has the ball

Take away the big play

Easier said than done, but limiting big plays from this explosive Bengals offense is the key to the game. Only Justin Herbert has thrown more touchdowns of 20+ yards on the year, and he’s also the only one ahead of Joe Burrow in passer rating on attempts of 20+ yards through the air.