The New York Giants have a 0-1 record as they prepare to face the Washington Commanders, who also have a 0-1 record, in a game scheduled for Sunday at 1 p.m. EDT on Fox. The BetMGM NFL Odds favor the Commanders by 1 1/2 points. The Giants hold the series lead against Washington with a record of 108-71-5. In their last meeting on Nov. 19, 2023, the Giants emerged victorious with a 31-19 score.
The Giants offense ranks 26th overall, 27th in rushing, 17th in passing, and 32nd in scoring. Their defense ranks 19th overall, 15th against the rush, 21st against the pass, and tied for 9th in scoring. Meanwhile, the Commanders offense ranks 17th overall, 19th in rushing, 19th in passing, and tied for 21st in scoring. On the defensive side, the Commanders rank 26th overall, 16th against the rush, 29th against the pass, and 31st in scoring.
One player to watch from the Giants is linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux, who has had impressive performances against Washington in the past and aims to continue his streak. For the Commanders, cornerback Benjamin St-Juste will need to step up after a challenging game last week. A key matchup to watch is the Giants defense against the Commanders’ offensive line, with both teams looking to improve their performance from the previous week.
In terms of injuries, both teams have players on the injury report, with Giants returner Gunner Olszewski dealing with a groin injury and Commanders cornerback Emmanuel Forbes nursing a right thumb injury. The Giants have won the past three matchups against Washington and are unbeaten in four, with the most recent Washington victory dating back to January 9, 2021.
Quarterback Daniel Jones from the Giants has a positive record of 5-1-1 in seven starts against Washington. Jones struggled in the opener, but his history against Washington suggests a possible turnaround. Fantasy tip: Malik Nabers could be a primary target for Jones, especially considering the Commanders’ secondary’s current challenges. Ultimately, Jones’ track record against Washington could indicate a favorable outlook for fantasy football players considering Nabers.