The 2026 NFL season kicks off with an exciting game between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants. Fans will gather at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, to watch this game on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 8:20 PM. The game will be broadcast on NBC.
Both teams are in the NFC East division, adding extra importance to this game. The Cowboys are led by head coach Brian Schottenheimer, while the Giants have John Harbaugh at the helm. The odds favor the Cowboys with a moneyline of -155, while the Giants are at +130.
Cowboys Preview
The Dallas Cowboys had a mixed preseason. They lost to the New Orleans Saints, 27-24. In that game, Sam Howell stood out with 155 passing yards and two touchdowns.
In another preseason game, the Cowboys won against the Arizona Cardinals, 34-13. Joe Milton III was strong, throwing for 179 yards and two touchdowns. Jaydon Blue also impressed with 75 rushing yards.
The Cowboys’ last preseason game was a victory over the Seattle Seahawks, 17-7. Camden Brown caught three passes for 62 yards and two touchdowns. Joe Milton III continued to show his skills with 107 passing yards and one touchdown.
Giants Preview
The New York Giants had a strong preseason showing, winning two out of their three games. They secured victories against the New York Jets and Miami Dolphins with scores of 23-6 and 26-3, respectively. In their opening game, however, they fell to the Minnesota Vikings with a score of 13-10.
Last season, the Giants ranked 13th in offensive yards with a total of 5,669. They averaged 333.5 yards per game, placing them 12th in the league. Their rushing attack was particularly effective, ranking 5th with an average of 129.1 yards per game.
The Giants have some injury concerns as they head into the regular season. Key players like Roy Robertson-Harris and Calvin Austin III are out for the season with injuries. Others, including Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Theo Johnson, are listed as questionable for Week 1.
Betting Prediction
The Cowboys have a strong offensive lineup. They ranked 2nd in total offensive yards last season, with 6663 yards. Their passing game is also top-notch, ranking 2nd in the league with 4527 passing yards.
The Giants’ defense struggled last season, allowing 6112 yards. They were ranked 28th in total defensive yards. Their rushing defense was a concern, ranking 31st and allowing 145.3 yards per game.
Comparing both teams, the Cowboys have a clear edge in offense. The Giants’ defensive weaknesses may make it hard for them to contain Dallas. This gives the Cowboys a good chance to cover the -3 spread.
- Pick: Cowboys -3 (-108).
