Week 2 NFL picks against the spread, predictions for every game: Cowboys try to rebound vs. Commanders

Key Points:

• The Dallas Cowboys defense showed no improvement in Week 1 despite offseason changes, including a new coordinator and five new starters, allowing the New York Giants to achieve the highest EPA per play against them in the NFL.
• The Cowboys, heavily hyped in the offseason with Super Bowl aspirations despite a 7-9-1 record last year, now face pressure to win in Week 2 against the Washington Commanders to avoid further defensive embarrassment.
• The article provides Week 2 NFL against-the-spread picks, highlighting close matchups such as Lions (+5.5) over Bills, Buccaneers (-8.5) over Browns, and Packers (-3.5) over Jets, while cautioning against overreacting to Week 1 performances.
• Several teams with disappointing Week 1 showings, like the Broncos and Dolphins, are predicted to face challenges maintaining competitiveness, while others like the Texans and Saints are seen as potential sleepers despite early losses.
• The Rams and Giants face a complicated matchup after both teams endured a grueling international travel schedule for the season opener, with questions about the Rams' ability to rebound after a poor Week 1 performance.