New York Giants vs. Washington Commanders 9/15/24 – The New York Giants and the Washington Commanders, both on the hunt for their first win of the season, will face off on September 15, 2024, at Northwest Stadium. Both New York and Washington disappointed their audience in Week 1. This early matchup in the Regular season can be important for any competing teams to gather the strength needed in future contests. The match will surely be a fierce battle of competition and is worth looking for all who enjoy top-tier online betting.
New York Giants vs. Washington Commanders 9/15/24
| When: | Sunday, September 15, 2024, at 1:00 PM ET |
|---|---|
| Where: | Northwest Stadium |
| TV: | FOX |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giants | +3 (-120) | 42.5 over (-110) | +115 |  |
| Commanders | -3 (+100) | 42.5 under (-110) | -135 | |
| ||||
Game Preview
📰: https://t.co/hpiNsd68BZ pic.twitter.com/6AZuLU3rCT
— New York Giants (@Giants) September 14, 2024
The odds suggest a closely contested battle, with the Commanders slightly favored at home. The Giants, with a spread of +3, indicate that oddsmakers expect a tight game, potentially decided by a field goal. Given the historical betting trends and current odds, there’s a compelling narrative for bettors to consider where the real value lies.
Daniel Jones QB vs. Jayden Daniels QB
Daniel Jones has been pretty ordinary this season so far, with 186 yards passing and two interceptions without throwing a single touchdown. He had a rough path in Week 1 with a dismal 44.3 in the passer rating completed despite being sacked a lot. How well Jones bounces back against a similarly stricken Commanders defense will be crucial for the Giants.
On the contrary, in his first appearance, Jayden Daniels of the Commanders displayed much improved control, attaining a completion rate of 70.8 percent without throwing a single interception, which bettered his passer rating to 93.1. His newer, more cautious style of managing the game could provide stability in Washington.
As these quarterbacks meet each other head-on, the responsibility will be given on Jones to raise his level and lower the mistakes. Daniels has not been great, but has managed to be able to attack where the blunders of the Giants are. Their differences will be one of the main subplots and will also serve to change the course of the match more likely for one of the teams.
Giants’ Offensive Keys
Devin Singletary and Malik Nabers are critical to the Giants’ offensive strategy. Singletary, with a modest 37 rushing yards in the opening game, needs to find more openings, while Nabers, who leads the receiving corps, must continue exploiting his 13.2 yards per reception to stretch the field. The Giants’ ability to diversify their playbook and give Jones reliable short and mid-range targets can turn the tide in their favor.
Commanders’ Offensive Strategy
Washington’s Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler have shown they can carry the load, with Robinson finding the end zone in Week 1 and Ekeler averaging 13 yards per reception. Their ability to convert on crucial downs will be key against a Giants defense that has been vulnerable but is looking to tighten up. Washington’s game plan should focus on exploiting these matchups, keeping the Giants’ defense on their heels.
Trends
New York Giants Betting Trends
NY Giants are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 11 of NY Giants’ last 16 games.
NY Giants are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games.
Giants are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games against Washington.
NY Giants are 8-2-1 SU in their last 11 games against Washington.
Washington Commanders Betting Trends
Washington are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 games.
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Washington’s last 9 games.
Washington are 0-9 SU in their last 9 games.
Washington are 0-7 SU in their last 7 games at home.
Commanders are 0-6 ATS in their last 6 games when playing at home against NY Giants.
New York Giants vs. Washington Commanders Betting Prediction
Considering the long rivalry in favor of the Giants while also paying attention to the pressure both sides have to recover from their openers, this game is likely to be a close one. Owing to their positive ATS trend, the Giants may be a better selection, especially with the points.
Considering that results are necessary for quarterback Daniel Jones, the prop bet on yards thrown in week one may be gambled on as he is likely to throw more that week. Watching how both teams fared on offense, the total of 42.5 looks low and is likely to go under. The trend of most of their recent games being low-scoring may also be a factor. For those looking for NFL free picks and odds, the safest bet may be taking the Giants to cover and the total points to remain underneath the set figure.
Score Prediction: Giants 21, Commanders 18.
Hilbert Mayer
Sports Writer
Hilbert Mayer is a professional sports writer, betting analyst, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in the sports industry. Before focusing on sports betting analysis and handicapping, Hilbert worked as a sports writer for various news outlets, covering everything from game recaps to in-depth matchup features. Today, he specializes in MLB, NFL, March Madness, and UFC betting, combining his journalistic background with deep statistical expertise and real-world betting insights. His proven track record, sharp reads, and ability to break down complex matchups make him a trusted voice among both casual bettors and seasoned sharps.
Published on: September 15, 2024
Last updated: March 26, 2025