Dallas Cowboys at Carolina Panthers Picks and Predictions for Sunday, October 12, 2025

By: David Anicetti Updated 10/10/2025, 11:52 PM ET

The Cowboys visit the Panthers on Sunday at Bank of America Stadium at 11:00 AM ET on FOX. Dallas is 2–2–1 after a 37–22 win over the Jets, while Carolina is 2–3 after beating Miami 27–24. Both teams have been up and down through five games and are looking to find consistency. Experience the thrill of confident decision-making with our proven methods for selecting top free NFL picks.

Dallas Cowboys Preview

Dak Prescott has been the key to Dallas' two wins with 1,356 passing yards, 10 touchdowns, and only 3 interceptions. His main target, George Pickens, has 357 receiving yards and 5 touchdowns, giving Dallas a strong downfield option. On the ground, Javonte Williams has rushed for 447 yards and 5 touchdowns, giving the Cowboys balance when they need to keep opposing defenses off balance.

Linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr. leads the defense with 35 tackles. James Houston has 3.5 sacks and continues to pressure quarterbacks, while Donovan Wilson has the team’s only interception. The Cowboys’ defense has forced teams to settle for field goals, and kicker Brandon Aubrey has made all 10 of his field-goal attempts, including one from 64 yards.

Carolina Panthers Preview

Bryce Young has thrown for 951 yards with 7 touchdowns and 4 interceptions. Rookie receiver Tetairoa McMillan has been his top target with 351 yards, and running back Rico Dowdle has added 289 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. The offense is improving, but still struggles to finish drives against stronger defenses.

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Linebacker Christian Rozeboom leads the team with 37 tackles. A’Shawn Robinson has one sack, and Mike Jackson has the team’s only interception. Carolina’s defense plays better at home, and its ability to hold opponents in the red zone has helped keep games close.

Dallas Cowboys vs Carolina Panthers Prediction

Dallas has received better play at quarterback and on defense, a better pass rush. Carolina is competitive at home, but gives up too many passing yards to contain Prescott and Pickens. If Dallas avoids turnovers, the Cowboys take an early lead and finish strong behind their run game and defense. Final Score Prediction: Dallas Cowboys win and cover ATS 27–20.