They say everything’s bigger in Texas and when it comes to football culture it’s definitely true. The Dallas Cowboys are an iconic NFL team with five Super Bowl victories and a laundry list of other major accomplishments.
In fact, the Cowboys are the number one most valuable sports franchise on the planet. They’re also definitely worth a closer look when it comes to sports betting this year.
After a rollercoaster of a season in 2018 that saw the team turn up the heat midseason to finish with five straight wins, interest in the cowboys is higher than it’s been for some time.
In this crash course on the Dallas Cowboys, we’ll cover important topics like:
- How the Cowboys are shaping up in a competitive NFC East division.
- Easy betting tips and strategies for betting on the Cowboys this season.
- The team’s most memorable and historic achievements.
Dallas Cowboys Team History
The Dallas Cowboys organization played its first game in 1960 as an NFL expansion team and it didn’t take long for the franchise to make a big impact. The Cowboys made their first playoffs in 1966 which kicked off a record-setting streak that saw them make the postseason in 20 consecutive seasons.
The Cowboys have been one of the league’s most popular teams for decades, due in large part to their incredible run of success in the mid-90s that included three Super Bowl victories in a four-year stretch.
All told the franchise has won five Super Bowls, ten conference championships, 24 division champions, and made 33 playoff appearances.
Another record held by the Cowboys has to do with their absolutely rabid fan base. In 2002 the team started what would become a 190-game run of sell-out games both at home and on the road, including regular season and playoffs.
The franchise’s most recognizable players include Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, Roger Staubach, and Tony Romo.
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Dallas Cowboys FAQs
How much are the Dallas Cowboys worth?
During the 2017 season, the Cowboys organization generated $864 million in revenue and Forbes estimates the business to be worth $5 billion.
Who owns the Dallas Cowboys?
The Cowboys are owned by Jerry Jones.
When did the Dallas Cowboys become a team?
The organization played its first season in 1960.
Have the Dallas Cowboys Won a Super Bowl?
Yes, the Cowboys have won five Super Bowls.
What stadium and city do the Dallas Cowboys play in?
Since 2009, the Cowboys have played at AT&T Stadium, located in Arlington, Texas.
Where do the Cowboys have training camp?
The club holds training camp at the Ford Center at the Star, located in Frisco, Texas.
What is the Dallas Cowboys mascot?
Rowdy is the official mascot of the Dallas Cowboys.
What are the Dallas Cowboys team colors?
The Cowboys wear navy blue, silver, royal blue, and white.
Dallas Cowboys Player Highlights
| All-Time Team Leaders | ||
|---|---|---|
| Games played | Jason Witten (2003-2017) | 239 |
| Passing Yards | Tony Romo | 34,183 |
| Passing TDs | Tony Romo | 248 |
| Receiving Yards | Jason Witten | 12,448 |
| Receiving TDs | Dez Bryant | 73 |
| Rushing Yards | Emmitt Smith | 17,162 |
| Rushing TDs | Emmitt Smith | 153 |
| Sacks | DeMarcus Ware | 117 |
| Interceptions | Mel Renfro | 52 |
| Points Scored (Kicker) | Rafael Septien | 874 |
Tips for Betting on Dallas Cowboys
At the midway point of the 2018 season, the Dallas Cowboys looked left for dead. They were 3-5, struggling to score points, and were on their way to play the defending Super Bowl champions. Sure enough, the Cowboys beat the Eagles, rattled off five straight wins, ended the year with a 10-6 record, and won the NFC East for the 20th time in franchise history.
It was a remarkable turnaround that saw Dallas’ offense come to life after the midseason acquisition of WR Amari Cooper.
The Cowboys head into 2019 with legitimate Super Bowl aspirations, bringing back much of the same team that won the division in 2018.
Their young core which consists of Cooper, QB Dak Prescott, RB Ezekiel Elliott, LB Leighton Vander Esch, and DE Demarcus Lawrence is one of the best in the entire league and should put the Cowboys in contention for their third playoff appearance in four seasons.
The Cowboys have one of the league’s best defenses, led by an elite pass rusher in Demarcus Lawrence and one of the game’s best young linebackers in Leighton Vander Esch. Their defense, which only gave up an average of 20.6 points per game last season, may get two rookie quarterbacks to start the 2019 season, as the Cowboys face the Giants and Redskins in weeks one and two.
Their offense, which gets back OL Travis Frederick and TE Jason Witten, also has the added benefit of having an entire offseason with Cooper on the roster. The 2018 Cowboys were middle of the pack in both cover and over percentages, however, they did rattle off five straight covers during their late-season winning streak.
If you’re thinking of betting on the Cowboys, here are some important stats to keep in mind:
- The Cowboys were just above average against the point spread last season, going 9-8-1, finishing the year with a 52.9 cover percentage.
- The Cowboys went down the middle hitting overs and unders last season, ending the year with an 8-8 record in that category.
- During the first 11 weeks of the season, the Cowboys only play one 2018 playoff team (week 4 at Saints).
Start Betting on the Dallas Cowboys Now
The Cowboys have their sights set on returning to the Super Bowl for the first time since 1995. Anything the Cowboys do generates national media attention, so expect to hear a lot of noise coming from Dallas as the 2019 season gets underway.
Unfortunately, Texas has some of the strictest anti-gambling laws in the country, a fact that’s unlikely to change anytime soon, even with the tidal wave of sports betting legalization washing over the United States.
If you live in a state where sports betting is legal, now is a great time to consider putting money down on the Cowboys.