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San Francisco enters with the stronger two-way profile, averaging 28.14 points and allowing only 19.86 per game, while Dallas is scoring 27.38 and allowing 26.62. The 49ers also hold a large edge in yards allowed per game and yards per play allowed, which signals a defense that is much better at finishing drives and limiting explosive gains. On offense, San Francisco has been more efficient overall at 6.36 yards per play and has run the ball at 127.4 yards per game, which matters against a Dallas defense that has struggled to stop the run. Dallas has moved the ball well through the air at 247.88 passing yards per game, but its turnover margin of -1.0 adds some risk in a game where extra possessions can create more scoring opportunities for both sides.
San Francisco should have enough efficiency on offense and enough defensive stability to win, but the best value is on the game going over because both teams have scored at a strong clip and Dallas has allowed too much production to expect a low-scoring script. A projected 49ers win by a field goal fits the matchup well, with the Cowboys able to contribute enough points to keep the total elevated. Final score projection: San Francisco 31, Dallas 28.