Cowboys vs. Seahawks Prediction: NFL Preseason Picks & Best Bets (Aug. 15)
The Dallas Cowboys and Seattle Seahawks open their respective 2026 preseasons Saturday night in Seattle. My Cowboys vs. Seahawks prediction breaks down what to expect from both offenses, as neither team is expected to play its established starters in the preseason opener.
Kickoff from Lumen Field in Seattle is at 8 p.m. ET on NFL Network, with the Seahawks currently lined as a 2.5-point betting favorite.
🏈 Cowboys vs. Seahawks prediction: NFL preseason
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| 💰 Pick | ⚖️ Bet size (units) | 🧠 Why I bet this |
|---|---|---|
| Seahawks -2.5 (-110 via FanDuel) | 1.1u → 1u | The Seahawks will play the starters longer, and have the deeper roster when the reserves check in. |
| Under 37.5 (-110 via FanDuel) | 1.1u → 1u | We have seen a heavy Under trend in preseason so far, and both defenses should do enough to keep this score comfortably Under 37.5. |
Total wagered: 2.2 units | Max profit: 2 units
🙌 Cowboys vs. Seahawks game pick: Seahawks -2.5 (-110)
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The Seahawks are worth backing at -2.5 thanks to home-field advantage and a deeper group of players competing for roster spots. Seattle will lean on Drew Lock and Jalen Milroe at quarterback, giving both players an opportunity to establish momentum in the preseason opener.
Meanwhile, Dallas is also resting most of its established starters, including Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb, shifting the focus toward backups and rookies. With Seattle hosting and its depth expected to perform well, the Seahawks should win by at least a field goal.
Score prediction: Cowboys 10, Seahawks 24
💰 Cowboys vs. Seahawks best bet: Under 37.5 (-110)
The Under 37.5 is appealing in a preseason matchup where both teams are expected to rely heavily on backups and young players. Seattle has confirmed its established starters will not play, while Dallas is also expected to keep its top players on the sideline. That creates more uncertainty at quarterback and could lead to conservative play-calling, stalled drives and fewer explosive plays.
The market currently lists 37.5 points, which too me is a little too high. We should see this game go comfortably Under the total number.
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📺 How to watch Cowboys vs. Seahawks: NFL preseason
- Date: Saturday, Aug. 15
- Kickoff: 8 p.m. ET
- Location: Lumen Field (Seattle)
- TV: NFL Network
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