A new chapter gets under way for the New York Giants on Sunday when John Harbaugh takes charge of his first regular-season game for the franchise against the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium.
Expectations have risen in New York after an offseason of change, with Harbaugh bringing a fresh voice to the sidelines and quarterback Jaxson Dart looking to build on an encouraging rookie NFL campaign.
The return of Odell Beckham Jr. has also added another layer of excitement around the Giants.
Dallas have traditionally had the upper hand in this NFC East matchup, with the Cowboys winning 16 of the last 18 meetings.
That dominance has been challenged recently, though, as the Giants claimed victory over the Cowboys in the last clash in New Jersey.
Another fierce divisional clash is expected this weekend and it’s one in which the Giants are backed to make home advantage count at MetLife Stadium.
Cowboys vs. Giants betting tips and predictions
New York Giants to win (+145)
History may heavily favor the Cowboys, but recent meetings suggest the Giants should have plenty of belief heading into Sunday’s NFC East showdown.
Dallas needed a last-gasp 64-yeard field goal to force overtime when these teams met at AT&T Stadium last September, eventually coming out on top in a thrilling 40-37 contest.
New York then produced a much more convincing performance in the return fixture at MetLife Stadium, cruising to a 34-17 victory in January.
That emphatic win on home soil will still be fresh in the minds of many of the Giants players, providing them with evidence that they have what it takes to trouble Dak Prescott and the Cowboys once again.
With a new season and the Harbaugh era beginning in New York, the Giants will hope that recent success can provide the confidence needed to pull off another upset on Sunday.
Cam Skattebo anytime touchdown scorer (-105)
Giants supporters will be eager to see Cam Skattebo back on the field when New York opens its season against the Cowboys on Sunday, with the running back returning from the serious ankle injury that cut his rookie campaign short.
Skattebo made a big impression during his first eight games in the NFL, finding the end zone seven times before the injury, including five rushing touchdowns and two through the air. His physical running style and ability to break tackles quickly made him a popular figure among the Giants' faithful.
The 24-year-old has also spoken positively about working under Harbaugh, and now back to full health, he could be given plenty of opportunities with ball in hand.
Given what we saw from the Arizona State product during his impressive rookie season, Skattebo looks worth considering in the anytime touchdown scorer market on Sunday.
CeeDee Lamb 70+ receiving yards (-130)
Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb remains one of the most dependable catchers in the NFL and looks capable of making his presence felt against the Giants on Sunday.
Lamb averaged 76.9 receiving yards per game last season and should once again be one of Dak Prescott's primary targets in a Dallas passing attack packed with playmakers.
The addition of George Pickens could actually work in Lamb's favor, as the Cowboys now have another dangerous option capable of drawing coverage away from their star receiver.
Lamb has the big-play potential to take advantage of a Giants secondary that could be tested throughout this NFC East clash, making him an appealing option to clear the 70-yard receiving mark.
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Cowboys vs. Giants odds
Dallas Cowboys | -170 |
New York Giants | +145 |
Spread | DAL Cowboys -3.0 |
Total | O/U 47.5 |
Cowboys vs. Giants player props
Anytime touchdown
Javonte Williams (Dallas Cowboys) | -185 |
Cam Skattebo (NY Giants) | -105 |
CeeDee Lamb (Dallas Cowboys) | +115 |
Malik Nabers (NY Giants) | +135 |
George Pickens (Dallas Cowboys) | +140 |
Jake Ferguson (Dallas Cowboys) | +190 |
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