Cowboys Travel Up North To Take on Inconsistant Packers

The Dallas Cowboys (6-2) will head into Lambeau this Sunday coming off a huge divisional win in Philadelphia. After an average start, the Cowboys seem to have found their stride and have taken command of the competitive NFC East.

The Dallas defense held the explosive Eagles offense in check and took away the big plays Philly is known for. They also held the rushing game under 100 yards and sacked Donovan McNabb 3 times. Tony Romo threw for 307 yards with a TD and INT. Romo also completed a pass to seven different receivers, showing us that he doesn't need to rely on Jason Witten to get the job done. It is also November, the month that Romo thrives in.

The Packers (4-4) have been dreadfully inconsistent in the 2009 campaign. Coming off of an embarrassing loss to Tampa Bay (1-7), the Packers will have to bring their A game if they want to rebound.

The Packers problems with protecting Aaron Rodgers continued as they gave up 6 more sacks. Going into Sunday, the O-Line isn't even set due to injuries to Mark Tauscher and Allen Barbre. That would put rookie T.J. Lang as the starting right tackle. DeMarcus Ware is licking his lips.

Aside from the sacks, Rodgers is having another great year in terms of statistics. The biggest problem is the lack of come from behind wins that cheese heads were used during the time of No. 4. If the O-Line can keep Rodgers on his feet and receivers get open, we might have ourselves a game.

The Packer defense is faring well against the run this year, but they can't seem to take away big plays through the passing game. They will have their hands full with the explosive Dallas offense. To make matters worse, they might be without Aaron Kampman, who suffered a concussion against Tampa. If the Pack can get pressure on Romo, they will be hard pressed to keep Dallas out of the end zone.

Even if the Packers can limit the sacks, the Cowboys defense has shown that they can stop the big plays, which happen to be the Packers livelihood. The Packer running attack is average and shouldn't prove too much trouble for the Cowboys. The Packers defense might be able to slow down Dallas, but not enough to get a win. Cowboys win 31-17.