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Dallas Cowboys Look to Bounce Back Against New York Giants in Thursday Night Matchup

In a Thursday night matchup, the Dallas Cowboys (1-2 SU, 1-2 ATS) will face off against the New York Giants (1-2 SU, 1-2 ATS) at MetLife Stadium. Dallas is coming off a loss to Baltimore, while New York secured their first win against Cleveland. Dallas is favored to win, opening at -6.5 but currently holding a line of -4.5. The game will begin at 8:15 PM EST.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cowboys -210 | Giants +180
• Spread: Cowboys -4.5 (-110) | Giants +4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 44 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 68%.

Dallas vs New York Stats

Dallas Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys faced a tough loss to the Baltimore Ravens over the weekend, trailing by 22 points heading into the fourth quarter. Despite a strong comeback with a 19-0 scoring run in the final 15 minutes, they were unable to secure a win. Quarterback Dak Prescott had a standout performance, throwing for 379 yards and two touchdowns while also rushing for a TD. The offense leads the league in passing yards but struggles in rushing. On the defensive end, the Cowboys allowed a significant amount of yards, particularly in rushing. Micah Parsons noted the need for the team to work together rather than individuals trying to do too much. There were several players on the injury report, including Markquese Bell and DeMarcus Lawrence. The team currently has a power ranking of 5, ranking 7 in offense and 30 in defense. They have a 1-2 record for the season and against the spread.

New York Giants Analysis

The New York Giants secured their first win of the season by defeating their opponents despite a lackluster performance by the offense in the second half. The defense shined, holding their opponents to just 217 total yards and recording a season-high eight sacks. Rookie Malik Nabers continues to impress, becoming the first player in NFL history to achieve certain milestones in his first three career games. Head coach Brian Daboll highlighted Nabers' intelligence and adaptability on the field. The Giants currently rank 22nd in power rankings, with a struggling offense ranking at 31st in the league. In terms of defense, they rank 26th, giving up an average of 24.50 points per game. In terms of injuries, several key players are limited or absent from practice, including CB Adoree Jackson and WR Darius Slayton. Despite their challenges, the Giants are looking to build on their recent success and improve their overall performance in the upcoming games. Their next matchup is against Dallas, a team they have had recent success against.

Dallas Cowboys Face Uphill Battle Against New York Giants Amid Passing Game Struggles and Defensive Pressures

The Dallas Cowboys have consistently swept the two-game season series against the New York Giants for the past three seasons. In their recent game, Dak Prescott threw 12 more passes compared to the previous week in an aggressive attempt to stage a comeback. Given that New York's pass defense has outperformed Baltimore's this season, the Cowboys are likely to prioritize establishing the run game and resort to passing only when necessary. Although Dallas may increase their passing attempts against a depleted Giants' secondary, if New York's defense can pressure Prescott as effectively as they did against Watson, the Cowboys could face a challenging match. With some momentum in their favor, the Giants have a chance to break the current trend against the Cowboys or at least keep the game close. Considering these factors, the Giants may be the preferred choice for this match.

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