One NFC East team will improve to .500 in Week 2 of the 2024-25 NFL season when the New York Giants head south to take on the Washington Commanders at FedEx Field.
The Commanders began the Dan Quinn/Jayden Daniels era with a 37-20 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Despite the defeat, rookie QB Jayden Daniels showed promise, rushing for 88 yards and two touchdowns while completing 17 of 24 passes for 184 yards without a turnover.
The Giants, on the other hand, struggled offensively in Daniel Jones’ return from injury, managing just 240 total yards and six points in a 28-6 home loss to the Minnesota Vikings. New York, which ranked 30th in scoring last season (15.6 points per game), sits last in points scored after Week 1.
Not surprisingly, the Giants have the second-longest Super Bowl odds (+35000) at FanDuel, while Washington ranks 28th (+20000). Both teams are longshots to win the NFC East as well, with odds of +2600 for the Giants and +1900 for the Commanders.
Game Details
- Matchup: New York Giants vs. Washington Commanders
- Date: Sunday, September 15, 2024 (Week 2)
- Time: 1 p.m. ET
- Location: FedEx Field, Landover, Maryland
- Watch: FOX
Odds Summary
- Moneyline: Giants +108, Commanders -126
- Spread: Giants +1.5 (-105), Commanders -1.5 (-115)
- Total: Over/Under 44.5 (-105/-115)
Odds from BetOnline Sportsbook and subject to change.
Giants vs. Commanders Moneyline
The Giants have had notable success at FedEx Field, winning five of their last six visits to Washington, including their most recent matchup last November.
Overall, New York is 7-2-1 in its last 10 games against the Commanders and is riding a three-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Daniel Jones has been particularly effective against Washington, boasting a 5-1-1 record, a 69.7% completion rate, and a 10:3 TD/INT ratio, including a 3-1 record at FedEx Field.
While rookie QB Jayden Daniels might find success against the Giants’ questionable secondary, New York's defense, led by Kayvon Thibodeaux and Brian Burns, could pressure Daniels into mistakes. Given the Giants' recent dominance in this matchup and Jones' familiarity, taking the Giants on the moneyline at plus odds is appealing.
Giants vs. Commanders Spread
If you expect Washington to win, taking them to cover -1.5 is logical at better odds than the moneyline. However, betting on New York to cover +1.5 might seem less beneficial, considering that most NFL games are decided by three points or more. All Week 1 games were decided by at least two points.
If you lean towards the Giants covering the spread, you may want to wait for the line to move or consider an alternate spread of +2.5 or +3 for additional protection, particularly as a parlay leg.
While we favor New York to cover the spread, betting on an outright win at plus money offers more value.
Giants vs. Commanders Total
These two teams combined for only 26 points in Week 1, with 13 of the Commanders' 20 points coming in the second half. Washington's defense struggled against Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers, allowing the second-most points and seventh-most total yards in Week 1. However, the Giants' offense appears equally inept, failing to capitalize on having talented young receivers like Malik Nabers and Jalin Hyatt.
Both defenses allowed over 100 rushing yards in Week 1, suggesting a ground-heavy approach that could slow the game down and keep the score low. This sets the stage for a slow, low-scoring contest where points could be hard to come by.
Giants vs. Commanders Prop Bets
1. Zach Ertz Over 26.5 Receiving Yards (-105)
Ertz exceeded this mark in his debut with the Commanders last week, catching three passes for 28 yards. He has a history of success against the Giants, with 863 receiving yards in 14 games (61.6 yards per game). With Daniels running the RPO and Ertz exploiting the middle of the field, expect Ertz to easily surpass 27 receiving yards, especially if Washington needs to pass to catch up.
2. Malik Nabers Anytime Touchdown (+145)
The Commanders' defense struggled against the pass in Week 1, allowing 280 passing yards and four touchdowns. This presents an opportunity for rookie Malik Nabers, who led the Giants' receivers with 66 yards on five catches in his NFL debut. While betting on a touchdown in a potentially low-scoring game is risky, Nabers' connection with Jones and a favorable matchup make this a compelling bet at plus odds.
Giants vs. Commanders Best Bets Summary
- Moneyline: Giants (+108). New York has thrived in Washington, and Jones' experience against the Commanders is a significant advantage.
- Spread: Giants +1.5 (-105). If New York wins, they automatically cover the spread, making the moneyline a better play.
- Total: Under 44.5 (-115). Both offenses have struggled, and this game is likely to be low-scoring.
- Prop 1: Zach Ertz Over 26.5 Receiving Yards (-105). Ertz should continue his strong performances against the Giants.
- Prop 2: Malik Nabers Anytime Touchdown (+145). Nabers has the potential to exploit a weak Commanders secondary.