Philadelphia Eagles vs New York Giants – Preview, Prediction and Betting Tips 25/12/2023

Philadelphia Eagles host New York Giants at Lincoln Financial Field for the Week 16 clash of the National Football League, on Monday, December 25th, at 6:30 pm.

Philadelphia Eagles

The Philadelphia Eagles enter this matchup with iron determination, looking to recover from a losing streak, the most recent being a 20-17 setback against the Seattle Seahawks.

The team, which has already demonstrated its potential throughout the season, has a standout quarterback in Jalen Hurts. Hurts, with his 3,335 passing yards, 19 touchdowns and 12 interceptions, has been an offensive pillar, complemented by the ability of D’Andre Swift in the ground game, who accumulated 896 yards and 4 touchdowns. Furthermore, Hurts also stands out in rushing, leading the team with 14 rushing touchdowns.

On the receiver front, A.J. Brown has been a central figure, with 95 receptions for 1,314 yards and 7 touchdowns, followed closely by DeVonta Smith and Dallas Goedert. Defensively, Reed Blankenship and Haason Reddick have been key, with Blankenship leading in total tackles and Reddick in sacks.

The Eagles have a good recent record against the Giants, winning their last 10 home games.

New York Giants

The New York Giants, on the other hand, are coming off a disheartening 24-6 loss to the Saints, and are looking for a significant turnaround. Tommy DeVito, the quarterback, has been a key player, with 1,032 passing yards, 8 touchdowns and 3 interceptions.

Saquon Barkley leads the rushing game with 797 yards, while Darius Slayton stands out as the leading receiver with 512 yards. Darren Waller and Jalin Hyatt also have significant contributions in the air.

Defensively, Bobby Okereke has excelled with an incredible 122 total tackles this season. His ability to read the game and his aggressiveness on the field have been fundamental in stopping opponents’ advances. Additionally, Kayvon Thibodeaux leads the team in sacks, demonstrating his talent as a pass rusher and his ability to pressure opposing quarterbacks.

However, the Giants have faced consistent challenges, especially in road games, losing the last 10 at Lincoln Financial Field and failing to cover the spread in five of the last six road games against NFC teams.

Considering recent performances, the Philadelphia Eagles emerge as the favorite for this match. Despite having struggled recently, the Eagles have shown a consistent ability to dominate at home, especially against the Giants.

The combination of a strong offense led by Jalen Hurts and a solid defense with players like Haason Reddick puts the Eagles in an advantageous position.

On the other hand, the Giants have struggled, especially in road games, and their offensive and defensive struggles could be a major hindrance against a team of the Eagles’ caliber. The tendency to lose in the early stages of games can be particularly damaging against a team that knows how to capitalize on opportunities from the start.

Therefore, the prediction leans heavily in favor of the Philadelphia Eagles, who not only have home field advantage but also a more balanced and consistent team. So, I expect the Eagles to not only win, but also cover the -9.5 spread, continuing their winning streak at home against the Giants.