The Dallas Cowboys and Las Vegas Raiders will square off tonight in their second preseason matchup. The game will bring together two teams eager to bounce back from narrow losses last week. Dallas lost to the Los Angeles Rams 13-12, while the Raiders were defeated 24-23 by the Minnesota Vikings.
With both squads displaying solid defensive performances in their previous games, tonight’s battle offers fans a glimpse into what these teams need to work on before the regular season starts.
Cowboys and Raiders Announcers, Broadcast Details, and More
- Start time: Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, 10 p.m. ET
- Channel: NFL Network (nationally), FOX5 Las Vegas (locally)
- Live stream options: Raiders.com, Fubo
- Radio stations: SiriusXM (Cowboys on Channel 88, Raiders on Channel 226)
- Starting QBs: Trey Lance, Aidan O’Connell/Gardner Minshew II
- Betting lines:
- Spread: LV -7
- Total: 36.5
- Moneyline: DAL +250, LV -310
The Cowboys’ broadcast will feature Bill Jones on play-by-play, Isaiah Stanback providing color commentary, and Kyle Youmans reporting from the sideline. On the Raiders’ side, Jason Horowitz will call the action with analysis from Matt Millen and Rich Gannon.
Radio Nation Radio 920 AM will offer the Raiders’ perspective, with JT The Brick, Lincoln Kennedy, and Eric Allen breaking down the game.
Both teams will be looking to address offensive concerns while maintaining their defensive strengths, making this a must-watch preseason game.
Cowboys vs. Raiders Game Preview
The Raiders have historically had the upper hand in preseason games, winning 19 of their 30 encounters. However, the Cowboys got the better of them last year, convincingly winning 31-16 in the final game of the 2023 preseason.
This year’s clash will be another opportunity for both teams to assess their depth charts and make critical roster decisions. For the Cowboys, this game will be a test for some of their younger talent. Rookie offensive linemen Tyler Guyton and Cooper Beebe are expected to see increased game time as Dallas deals with injuries to their starters.
Additionally, the Cowboys’ defense, which secured four interceptions in their first preseason game against the Rams, will look to maintain their momentum, particularly against the Raiders’ quarterback duo.
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On the Raiders’ side, the quarterback battle between Aidan O’Connell and Gardner Minshew II will be the focal point. O’Connell completed seven out of nine passes for 76 yards last week, while Minshew threw for 117 yards and a touchdown, completing six out of 12 passes.
Head coach Antonio Pierce has indicated that a decision on QB1 could come after this game, making it a pressure game for both signal-callers.
With both teams using this game to evaluate their rosters, Saturday’s contest will provide valuable insights into what the upcoming season might hold. For the Cowboys and Raiders; it’s not just about preseason bragging rights — it’s about setting the tone for 2024.
