On Thursday night, MetLife Stadium is set to be the stage for a heated NFC East showdown between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants. Historically, the Cowboys have commanded their meetings with the Giants, boasting recent dominant victories, including crushing defeats of 40-0 and 49-17 in the previous season.
Dominance and Recent Performances
The Cowboys are riding high on a six-game winning streak against the Giants. Over the last three seasons, they have clinched the NFC East division title twice, underscoring their dominance in the division. This unyielding performance is juxtaposed with the Cowboys' current goal of ending a two-game losing streak, a hurdle they aim to clear on Thursday night.
When it comes to their away performance, Dallas holds a 5-5 record since the start of 2023, highlighting a mixed outcome on the road. The Giants, on the other hand, have a 4-5 home record at MetLife Stadium since the onset of last season, signaling an uncertain home turf advantage.
Key Players to Watch
Quarterback Dak Prescott has been a standout performer against the Giants. In his 13 career starts against them, Prescott has amassed a career passer rating of 101.6. His statistics paint a picture of consistency and prowess: completing 64% of his passes for 3,433 yards, racking up 25 touchdowns, and throwing just six interceptions. This season, however, Prescott has faced some challenges, holding a passer rating of 85.8 with 60.7% completion for 851 yards, four touchdowns, and two interceptions.
Wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is another critical player. Lamb has frequently tormented the Giants’ defense, securing 38 receptions for 529 yards and two touchdowns over six games. His remarkable performance in the November 12 game last season, where he caught 11 passes for 151 yards, is still fresh in the minds of many.
Rookie Malik Nabers has also emerged as a key asset for the Cowboys. Leading the team this season, Nabers has 23 receptions for 271 yards and three touchdowns. His dynamic playstyle is evident through his six receptions of 20 or more yards, 127 yards after the catch, and 14 first-down conversions.
Giants' Prospects
While the Cowboys come in as favorites, the Giants have reasons to be optimistic. They are coming off a 21-15 victory over Cleveland, a win that could fuel their confidence. Their last home triumph over the Cowboys dates back to 2020 with a 23-19 result, an outcome the Giants would be hoping to replicate.
Wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson has made some contributions this season, albeit modest. He has 15 receptions for 123 yards and a single touchdown, with his longest reception being 20 yards and accumulating 63 yards after the catch. In the recent victory over Cleveland, Robinson had seven catches for 61 yards.
Betting Insights
The betting landscape positions the Cowboys as 5.5-point favorites for the game. The over/under for the total points scored is set at 45.5. Historically, the betting model has shown a solid track record, claiming over $7,000 for $100 bettors on top-rated NFL picks, with an impressive record of 188-130, including a stellar 42-22 streak since Week 7 of the 2022 season.
As fans gear up for what promises to be an electrifying encounter, all eyes will be on the performance of the marquee players and whether the Giants can break the Cowboys' spell of dominance. MetLife Stadium is set to witness yet another classic in this storied rivalry.