BETWEEN THE LINES

THREE REASONS TO LIKE THE COWBOYS-CARDINALS OVER (51)

The Cowboys average 30 points per game and give up 22. The Cardinals score 29 points per game and give up 24.

The Cowboys average more than 400 yards on offense per game. The Cardinals are not far behind, with 376 yards.

Both teams give up more than 300 yards a game and are 3-2 on the over.

THREE REASONS TO LIKE THE PATRIOTS-CHARGERS OVER (44)

The Chargers average 29.6 points per game and give up 25.8.

Patriots quarterback Matt Cassel seems to be getting comfortable as a starter, going 22-for-32 for 259 yards last week.

The Chargers allow 379 yards on defense and are 3-1-1 on the over.

LAST WEEK: 1-1

SEASON: 6-4