Thursday night’s clash between the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants is set to be a crucial showdown in the NFC East. Both teams enter the game with a 1-2 record, but their recent performances tell different stories. The Cowboys are coming off two consecutive losses, including a narrow 28-25 defeat to the Baltimore Ravens. Despite those losses, Dallas has shown some fight, particularly late in games. Dak Prescott leads an offense averaging 25.7 points per game, while the defense has allowed 29.7 points, making consistency a key concern. On the other side, the Giants secured their first win of the season against the Cleveland Browns, edging them out 21-15. However, New York’s offense remains a concern, averaging just 15 points per game. Daniel Jones has struggled to find rhythm, and the Giants’ run game, while effective at times, has not been enough to carry the team.

Defensively, the Giants have been solid, allowing 21.3 points per game, but they will need to step up significantly to handle Dallas’ offensive threats like CeeDee Lamb and Jake Ferguson. The Cowboys are listed as 4.5-point favorites, and recent trends suggest they have the upper hand, especially given their 6-1 ATS record on the road against the Giants. This game could come down to how well the Giants’ defense can limit big plays from Prescott and whether New York’s offense can generate enough scoring opportunities to keep up.