ARLINGTON, Texas (Interstat) — A pivotal NFC East matchup is set for Sunday at AT&T Stadium as the Dallas Cowboys host the Washington Commanders, with both teams looking to climb above .500 in a tight division race.

The Commanders (3-3) are coming off a heartbreaking 25-24 Monday afternoon loss to Chicago, a game they led until the final moments. Quarterback Jayden Daniels was dynamic in the defeat, accounting for three touchdowns and over 260 total yards. He will be the focal point for a Washington offense that has shown both explosiveness and inconsistency.

Dallas (2-3-1) is also seeking to rebound after a 30-27 loss at Carolina. Quarterback Dak Prescott is coming off an efficient performance, throwing for 261 yards and three touchdowns in the losing effort. The Cowboys’ defense, however, has struggled at times, particularly in a 40-40 overtime shootout with Green Bay earlier this season.

Despite the Cowboys’ home-field advantage, the Commanders enter the game as slight 1.5-point favorites. The over/under is set at 54.5 points, suggesting a potential for offensive fireworks. A projection from Interstat, however, forecasts a Cowboys victory with a final score of 31-20.

The result will have significant implications in the division standings as both teams navigate the middle of their schedules. This contest is the first of two meetings between the rivals this season, with a Christmas Day rematch scheduled in Washington.