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We are so back.

Football returns on Thursday night as two NFC East foes head to the gridiron for the curtain-raiser on the 2025 campaign.

It’s real football to wager on; rejoice!

The reigning champion Eagles will play host to the Cowboys as 8.5-point favorites. Philadelphia has taken money in the early betting, as this line opened at 7.

Below, we break down our best betting strategies for Thursday’s big game.

Will Shipley over 9.5 rushing yards (-110, BetMGM )

The backup to MVP candidate Saquon Barkley, Will Shipley, should be able to let loose at least a few times on the Micah Parsons-less Cowboys defense.

Dallas allo

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