Panthers Favored for First Time in Nearly Two Years Against Cowboys

Carolina, on a five-game streak of covering the spread, faces a struggling Dallas team with playoff hopes fading.

The Carolina Panthers (3-10) are favored by oddsmakers for the first time since December 2022, ending a 33-game streak as underdogs.
Dallas Cowboys (5-8) are coming off a costly Monday night loss to the Bengals that significantly diminished their playoff chances.
Panthers quarterback Bryce Young has shown progress, with Carolina losing its last three games by narrow margins against top teams like the Eagles and Chiefs.
The Cowboys are dealing with injuries, including the loss of linebacker DeMarvion Overshown, while running back Rico Dowdle has delivered consecutive 100-yard rushing games.
Carolina wide receiver Adam Thielen has emerged as a key target, catching 17 passes for 201 yards over the past two games.