Take, for example, the people behind former ABC sitcom Cavemen, a 30-minute show about cavemen living in modern-day San Diego. The sitcom somehow lasted seven episodes before ABC pulled the plug. Though they are not at risk of being canceled, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Dallas Cowboys have also not been primetime hits recently.
Over their last 14 primetime games, the Buccaneers are 3-11. Over their last 11 such games, the Cowboys are 2-8-1. On Thursday night, the two not-ready-for-primetime teams battle when Dallas hosts Tampa Bay at AT&T Stadium.
Bet on Thursday's NFL action with the FanDuel promo code and get up to $250 in bonus bets: The Cowboys (2-2) are tied for second in the NFC East after a come-from-behind 34-30 victory against the Texans. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers (0-4) are one of five winless NFL teams after a 17-14 loss to the Packers. Dallas is an 8.5-point favorite over Tampa Bay in the latest NFL betting odds.
Cowboys is the marquee attraction on Thursday, there are other sports betting options across a sporting landscape that includes Game 4 of the ALDS between the White Sox and Guardians and a partial college football schedule. Below is a snapshot of what to watch and bet at the best sports betting apps, for Thursday, Oct. 8. Claim the Caesars Sportsbook promo code CBSSPORTSBR250 here to bet on Thursday and get up to $250 in bet resets: Time: 8:15 p.m. | Location: Arlington, Texas | TV: Prime Video SportsLine pick -- Model: Over 48.5 | Expert: Buccaneers +10.5 (R.J.
White) Undrafted rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels makes his second career start for Tampa Bay in place of the injured Baker Mayfield (thumb). Last week, Daniels went 19-of-27 for 148 yards and one touchdown against two interceptions. He also rushed for 55 yards.
On Thursday, he faces arguably the worst defense in the league. Dallas ranks last in the NFL in multiple defensive categories, including per play (0.16). "The Cowboys haven't been favored by more than seven at home since 2023, and this Cowboys team with a defense that ranks last in yards per play doesn't seem like one worthy of breaking that stretch," White told SportsLine.
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