🦃 Thanksgiving Football: Giants vs. Cowboys Preview
The New York Giants (2-10) and Dallas Cowboys (4-7) square off in a Thanksgiving Day NFC East showdown. Both teams have struggled through disappointing seasons, but the holiday stage at AT&T Stadium offers a chance for redemption, rivalry drama, and a much-needed win. The Cowboys, fresh off a shocking upset over the Washington Commanders, aim to keep their momentum alive. Meanwhile, the Giants hope to snap a six-game losing streak after a disheartening loss to the Buccaneers.

📅 Game Details
Date: Thursday, November 28, 2024
Time: 4:30 PM ET
Location: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX 🏟️
TV: FOX

📊 Team Breakdown
Dallas Cowboys
Record: 4-7
Points Per Game: 18.7 (27th in NFL)
Points Allowed Per Game: 27.1 (29th in NFL)

Key Trends:
Lost seven straight ATS at home (0-7).
Have won seven straight games against the Giants, including a 20-15 win earlier this season.

New York Giants
Record: 2-10
Points Per Game: 14.8 (32nd in NFL)
Points Allowed Per Game: 24.6 (25th in NFL)

Key Trends:
Have not led in a game since October 6.
0-6 ATS in their last six games.

🔑 Matchups to Watch
1. Giants’ Pass Rush vs. Cowboys’ O-Line
The Giants’ defense, led by Kayvon Thibodeaux, thrives on generating pressure. With Dallas’ offensive line battling injuries to Zack Martin and Tyler Smith, the Giants could capitalize and disrupt QB Cooper Rush.

2. Tommy DeVito’s Resilience
After taking four sacks and nine hits last week, rookie QB Tommy DeVito looks to rebound. He will need time in the pocket to find weapons like Jalin Hyatt and lean on rookie RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. to establish the ground game.

3. CeeDee Lamb vs. Giants’ Secondary
The Cowboys’ offense relies heavily on CeeDee Lamb, who will face a banged-up Giants secondary. Expect Dallas to target Lamb often as he comes off a 10-catch performance.

📋 Injury Updates
New York Giants
S Anthony Johnson Jr. (Questionable)
G Jermaine Eluemunor (Questionable)
CB Deonte Banks (Questionable)
DT D.J. Davidson (Questionable)
LB Azeez Ojulari (Questionable)

Dallas Cowboys
OT Tyler Smith (Questionable)
CB Caelen Carson (Questionable)
RB Deuce Vaughn (Questionable)
DE Tyrus Wheat (Questionable)
G Zack Martin (Questionable)
TE Jake Ferguson (Questionable)
CB Trevon Diggs (Questionable)

🏈 Keys to Victory
Dallas Cowboys
Establish the Run: With injuries piling up on the offensive line, a successful run game behind Rico Dowdle will ease pressure on Rush.
Defend the Run: The Cowboys rank 28th in rushing defense and will need to contain Tracy Jr., who’s averaging 5.1 yards per carry.
Control Turnovers: Dallas thrives when winning the turnover battle; they must protect the ball against the Giants’ pass rush.

New York Giants
Run Early, Run Often: Tracy Jr. has been a bright spot in a bleak season. A strong ground game will keep Dallas’ defense off balance.
Pressure Cooper Rush: Exploit Dallas’ injured O-line and force mistakes from the backup QB.
Capitalize on Red Zone Chances: The Giants are last in red zone efficiency (38.7%). Improving here is critical to avoid wasting scoring opportunities.

📊 Betting Trends and Odds
Latest Odds (DraftKings)
Moneyline: Giants +164, Cowboys -198
Spread: Cowboys -4
Total: Over/Under 38.5

Betting Trends
The Giants are 0-6 ATS in their last six games.
The Cowboys have failed to cover the spread at home this season (0-5).
The UNDER is 9-3 in the Giants’ last 12 games.

🤔 Prediction
This game is a battle of struggling teams with glaring weaknesses, but Dallas enters with slightly more momentum. Expect the Cowboys’ defense, buoyed by Micah Parsons, to overwhelm the Giants’ offensive line. While DeVito has shown flashes, he’s still a rookie under pressure. The Giants’ run game could keep it close, but Dallas should pull away late.

Final Score Prediction: Cowboys 23, Giants 16

🎉 Thanksgiving Tradition
Thanksgiving football always brings drama, and this NFC East rivalry is no exception. While neither team is playoff-bound, expect a competitive game full of grit and determination. Enjoy your turkey, family, and football! 🏈🦃

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