New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys: Picks, Predictions, Odds and Player Props

The Dallas Cowboys will be looking to give their fans something to celebrate when they host the New York Giants in a traditional Thanksgiving Day game.

The Cowboys have not won at home yet this season, posting losses against the New Orleans Saints, Baltimore Ravens, Detroit Lions, Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans at AT&T Stadium.

But the 4-7 Cowboys snapped a five-game losing streak on Sunday with their upset win over the Washington Commanders and will look to build on that against another NFC East rival.

The 2-9 Giants suffered their sixth defeat in a row last Sunday when they were humbled 30-7 at home by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Quarterback Tommy DeVito, who had been thrust in to start after New York released former starter Daniel Jones, failed to provide any spark and the future does not look bright for under-fire head coach Brian Daboll.

The Giants reached the playoffs in Daboll's first season in 2022, but their 8-20 record since then means the coach is now fighting to save his job.

New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys betting picks and predictions

Cowboys -4.0 (-110)

Thursday’s matchup is clearly more important for the Cowboys, who are still hoping for a sequence of results that can see them make the playoffs.

Dallas are three wins behind Washington, who occupy the NFC’s final playoff berth, which is why Sunday’s 34-26 victory over the Commanders was crucial.

Quarterback Cooper Rush stepped up admirably, throwing for 247 yards and two touchdowns, showcasing his ability to lead the offense in Dak Prescott's absence.

Prescott, along with wide receiver Brandin Cooks and guard Zack Martin, is one of several offensive stars missing for Dallas, with injuries also sidelining key defensive players including defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence and cornerback Trevon Diggs.

However, the Cowboys' defense had a big day against the Commanders with four sacks - two by the recently returned Micah Parsons - a fumble recovery and two interceptions, along with plenty of quarterback pressures.

They can wreak more havoc against a Giants team that could go to battle without both of their starting offensive tackles.

Jermaine Eluemunor (quad) and Evan Neal (hip) both missed practice on Monday and the Giants were already without former first-round pick Andrew Thomas, who underwent season-ending surgery to address a foot injury suffered during the team's Week 6 loss to the Bengals.

Eluemunor has been switched from right to left tackle in mid-season and has not sounded thrilled about it, but other Giants players have also since spoken about their confusion over the team’s plans for the future.

The treatment of Jones, who was demoted to fourth-string quarterback and used as a scout team safety before he was released, has clearly upset some teammates.

It all adds to the feeling that things are not right behind the scenes as well as on the field, which anyone can see from the Giants’ performances and results. 

The Cowboys, who have gone 33-22-1 on Thanksgiving Day since beginning their holiday football tradition back in 1966, will look to cling on to their slim playoff hopes with a big home win. 

Under 38.0 total points (-110)

Dallas’ 34 points against Washington was their highest total of the season and they will be looking to have as much success against a Giants team that has given up 26 points or more in four of their last five games.

Although the Giants defense is not short on talent, there has been a lack of fight from them in recent weeks and that is never a good sign.

As well as their offensive line injuries, New York could be without CB Deonte Banks, DT D.J. Davidson and LB Azeez Ojulari, who are all listed on the injury report.

That said, the Cowboys will not necessarily need to score 30 points to win this contest, because the Giants have averaged just over 12 points per game during their six-game losing streak.

Both teams have experienced offensive difficulties this season, with the Giants hitting the Under in eight of their 11 games.

Given Dallas' improved defensive performance and New York's ongoing offensive issues, this game could be more of a defensive battle, making the Under an appealing option again.

CeeDee Lamb Over 67.5 Receiving Yards (-115)

CeeDee Lamb remains a key weapon for the Cowboys and is coming off a game where he was targeted 12 times, catching 10 passes for 67 yards.

With Dallas likely to exploit the Giants' secondary, Lamb should have ample opportunities to surpass this yardage mark.

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New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys odds

New York Giants	+175 ML
Dallas Cowboys	-210 ML
Spread	DAL Cowboys -4.0
Points	O/U 38.0

New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys player props

Anytime Touchdown

Rico Dowdle (DAL Cowboys)	+105
CeeDee Lamb (DAL Cowboys)	+140
Tyrone Tracy (NY Giants)	+150
Ezekiel Elliott (DAL Cowboys)	+220
Malik Nabers (NY Giants)	+225
Jake Ferguson (DAL Cowboys)	+275

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