2023-24 NFL Week 13 Preview: Seattle Seahawks vs. Dallas Cowboys November 30, 2023 by Marc Jerbs

Week 13 of the 2023-24 NFL Season kicks off with a thrilling showdown between the Seattle Seahawks and the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. Both teams are on differing trajectories at this point in the season, with the Seahawks coming off back to back losses while the Cowboys are on a three game winning run.

The Seahawks and the Cowboys have some of the most talented and exciting players in the league, who can make a big impact on the game.

QB Showdown

Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith is having a stellar season, throwing for 2,584 yards, 12 touchdowns, and eight interceptions, with a passer rating of 88.2. Though he is hardly a threat on the ground, rushing for 86 yards and zero touchdowns. Smith is the playmaker of the Seahawks offense, and he will need to be at his best against the Cowboys defense, which currently ranks fifth in the league in points allowed per game (31.5).

Manwhile, Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is having a phenomenal season, second in the league in touchdown passes with 23, and ranking sixth in the league in passing yards with 2,935. He also has a passer rating of 107.4, and has thrown only six interceptions. Prescott is the engine and the catalyst of the Cowboys offense, and he has a plethora of weapons to work with, such as Tony Pollard, CeeDee Lamb and Jake Ferguson. He will face a formidable challenge against the Seahawks defense, which ranks 15th in the league in sacks with 32.

WR / RB Battle

Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf is having a breakout season, third in the league in receiving yards with 1,066. He is also tied for 13th in the league in receiving touchdowns with 6. Lamb is a physical freak, with a combination of size, speed, and strength that makes him a nightmare for defenders. He will face a tough challenge against the Cowboys secondary, which ranks fourth in the league in passing yards allowed per game (202.5).

Meanwhile, Cowboys wide receiver Lamb is having a stellar season. He ranks third in the league in receiving yards (1066) and 13th in touchdowns (6). He is also a capable receiver, catching 78 passes for 1,066 yards (6th in the league). Lamb is the workhorse and the balance of the Cowboys offense, and he will need to be effective against the Seahawks defense, which ranks 23rd in the league in rushing yards allowed per game (348.5).

Defensive Stand

Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner is the anchor and the leader of the Seahawks defense, which ranks 22nd in the league in points allowed per game (22.6). He leads the team in tackles with 60 and one fumble recovery. Wagner is a versatile and reliable defender, who can stop the run, cover the pass, and blitz the quarterback. He will have a key role in containing the Cowboys offense, which ranks first in the league in points per game (31.5).

Meanwhile, Cowboys rookie linebacker Micah Parsons is having a sensational season. He leads the team in sacks with 11.5, and also has 22 tackles, one forced fumbles, and two pass defended. Parsons is a dynamic and disruptive defender, who can play multiple positions and wreak havoc on the opposing offense. He will have a crucial role in pressuring and limiting Smith, who is one of the most elusive and creative quarterbacks in the league.

The Stats

The Seahawks and the Cowboys have some contrasting and intriguing stats that could influence the outcome of the game. The Seahawks are 3-2 on the road, while the Cowboys are 4-1 at home.

The Seahawks have scored 228 points and allowed 248 points, for a point differential of -20. The Cowboys, on the other hand, have scored 346 points and allowed 184 points, for a point differential of +162.

The Seahawks have a turnover differential of -2, with 13 giveaways and 11 takeaways while the Cowboys have a turnover differential of +7, with 10 giveaways and 17 takeaways.

Sports Bet Odds

The Cowboys are the clear favorites to win the game. Here are our latest odds:

• The Cowboys are favored by 9.0 points, with a money line of -485.
• The Seahawks are the underdogs by 9.0 points, with a money line of +360.
• The over/under is set at 47.5 points, with the over at -110 and the under at -110.

The Prediction

The game is expected to be a high-scoring and entertaining affair, with both offenses capable of putting up big numbers. However, the Cowboys have the edge in almost every aspect of the game, such as defense, special teams, coaching, and home-field advantage. The Seahawks will need a flawless performance from Smith and a few lucky breaks to pull off an upset.

Team Stats

Seattle Seahawks 2nd NFC West (6-5) | Away (2-3) | STRK L2		Dallas Cowboys 2nd NFC East (8-3) | Home (5-0) | STRK W3
20.8	Point Per Game	31.5
22.6	Points Allowed	16.8
2,440	Net Passing Yards	2,886
1,054	Rushing Yards	1,268