The public often underestimates the Dallas Cowboys in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as away underdog, the Dallas Cowboys hold a record of 13-8-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +18.2% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $4 over this period.

🔥 Elite Edge
Record13-8-0
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size21 games
ROI+18.2%
Units Won+3.8u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
20142-1-00.0%+27.3%
20150-1-00.0%-100.0%
20162-1-00.0%+27.3%
20171-2-00.0%-36.4%
20181-1-00.0%-4.5%
20192-0-00.0%+90.9%
20200-1-00.0%-100.0%
20213-0-00.0%+90.9%
20221-0-00.0%+90.9%
20231-0-00.0%+90.9%
20240-1-00.0%-100.0%

Why This Trend Exists

The Cowboys' success as road underdogs stems from their unique psychological makeup and organizational culture. Dallas thrives when the spotlight dims and expectations lower, allowing their talent to play freely without the crushing weight of being "America's Team." The franchise has historically recruited players with strong individual motivation who respond well to adversity, and being dismissed by oddsmakers often serves as the perfect catalyst for their best performances. Strategically, Dallas benefits from simplified game plans when playing from behind on the road. Their offensive coordinator typically strips away complex schemes in favor of letting playmakers create in space, while their defense adopts a more aggressive approach knowing they can't afford conservative play. The team's recent investment in athletic versatility across both sides of the ball pays dividends in these underdog scenarios, where adaptability matters more than perfect execution. The Cowboys also possess enough star power to exploit opponents who might overlook them when laying points. Teams facing Dallas as favorites sometimes prepare for the brand rather than the actual roster construction, leading to tactical mismatches. This trend carries the most weight when Dallas faces divisional opponents or nationally televised games where their pride factor reaches its peak.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dallas Cowboys's ATS record as away underdog?

The Dallas Cowboys have a 13-8-0 record against the spread (ATS) when playing as away underdogs from 2014-2024. This represents 21 total games where they covered the spread 13 times.

Is betting on the Dallas Cowboys as away underdog profitable?

Yes, betting on the Dallas Cowboys as away underdogs has been profitable with an 18.2% return on investment (ROI). Despite a 0% win rate in these games, they consistently covered the spread enough to generate positive returns.

How does this compare to the league average?

This performance is significantly above the league average, as most teams struggle to maintain profitable ROI as away underdogs. The Cowboys' 61.9% ATS cover rate in this situation is well above the typical 50% expectation.

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Methodology

All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.