Dallas Cowboys Away Games Betting Trend
ATS Record, ROI Analysis & Historical Performance Data (2014-2024)
The data suggests caution when backing the Dallas Cowboys in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as away games, the Dallas Cowboys are just 18-21-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a -11.9% ROI. Sharp bettors have found value fading this situation—the opposite side would have returned +11.9%.
Year-by-Year Performance
| Season | Record | Win % | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 3-2-0 | 0.0% | +14.6% |
| 2015 | 0-3-0 | 0.0% | -100.0% |
| 2016 | 2-1-0 | 0.0% | +27.3% |
| 2017 | 1-3-0 | 0.0% | -52.3% |
| 2018 | 1-3-0 | 0.0% | -52.3% |
| 2019 | 2-1-0 | 0.0% | +27.3% |
| 2020 | 0-1-0 | 0.0% | -100.0% |
| 2021 | 5-1-0 | 0.0% | +59.1% |
| 2022 | 2-3-0 | 0.0% | -23.6% |
| 2023 | 2-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2024 | 0-3-0 | 0.0% | -100.0% |
Why This Trend Exists
The Cowboys' mediocre road performance against the spread stems from their identity as a team built around comfort and routine. Dallas thrives in the controlled environment of AT&T Stadium, where their offensive line can establish rhythm and Dak Prescott operates with familiar sight lines and crowd energy. Away from home, this team historically struggles with the mental aspects of road games, often appearing tight in hostile environments where their talent alone isn't enough to overcome execution issues. Dallas's coaching staff has traditionally been conservative in road game planning, relying heavily on scripted early drives rather than adapting to in-game situations. This approach works against weaker opponents but falls short when facing quality teams that can adjust at halftime. The Cowboys also tend to be poorly prepared for unique weather conditions or playing surfaces, which explains why they've consistently failed to cover spreads in challenging road environments. The most actionable insight for bettors is to fade Dallas as road favorites against teams with strong home-field advantages, particularly in outdoor stadiums during late-season games. This trend matters most when the Cowboys are laying points on the road against division rivals or playoff-contending teams, where motivation and familiarity can neutralize their talent advantage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dallas Cowboys's ATS record as away games?
The Dallas Cowboys have an 18-21-0 ATS record in away games from 2014-2024. This means they have failed to cover the spread in 21 of their 39 away games during this period.
Is betting on the Dallas Cowboys as away games profitable?
No, betting on the Dallas Cowboys in away games has not been profitable, with a -11.9% ROI over the 2014-2024 period. This negative return indicates consistent losses for bettors backing Dallas on the road.
How does this compare to the league average?
The Cowboys' 46.2% ATS win rate in away games is below the typical 50% league average expected for spread betting. Their performance suggests they consistently struggle to meet expectations when playing on the road.
FADE This Trend
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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.