As the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants prepare to face off for the 125th time in Week 4, the stakes are incredibly high. The Cowboys lead the all-time series with a commendable 75-47-2 record, and they have a significant advantage heading into the game, having won the last six meetings between these two storied franchises. The Giants' last victory over the Cowboys dates back to the 2020-21 NFL season, a stark reminder of Dallas' recent dominance.
Dallas’ Offensive Juggernaut
Dallas' offensive prowess is unmistakable, especially with Dak Prescott at the helm. Prescott, who recently signed a four-year contract worth $240 million, has been a beacon of consistency and explosive play. Last season, he led the league with 36 passing touchdowns and finished third in passing yards, amassing 4,516. His contributions were pivotal in the Cowboys' 12-5 record, securing them the No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs.
In the postseason, Prescott continued to shine, recording 403 passing yards, three touchdowns, and 45 rushing yards. His versatility was on full display last week as well, where he threw for 379 yards and two touchdowns while also adding a 1-yard rushing touchdown. As one analyst noted, "Prescott doesn't often showcase that rushing side anymore, but just the fact he has the potential to scramble and create offense with his legs adds to his NFL DFS value."
Giants Look to Rebound
The New York Giants, coming off their first win of the season with a 21-15 victory over the Browns, are eager to turn the tide against their divisional rivals. Quarterback Daniel Jones showed promise, throwing for 236 yards and two touchdowns in the win. However, the real standout has been rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers.
Nabers, the No. 6 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, has quickly become Jones' go-to target. Over the first three weeks, Nabers has garnered 37 targets, 13 more than any other player on the Giants. He has impressively caught 30 of those targets in just the last two games, highlighting his reliability and skill. With a staggering 37.8% target share, Nabers has been responsible for 50.7% of all targets to New York wide receivers this season.
The Battle Ahead
Given Dallas' defensive struggles, allowing 29.7 points per game—the second-worst in the league—Nabers is expected to have another significant impact. One expert opined, "Nabers will likely receive another huge target share on Thursday, and with the Cowboys allowing 29.7 points per game, ranking 30th in the NFL, to begin the 2024 NFL season, McClure expects another huge performance from the rookie."
While the Cowboys' defense has been porous, the offense's high-octane nature, having scored at least 40 points in both of their meetings against the Giants last season, makes this contest an intriguing clash of strengths and weaknesses. With Prescott's offensive mastery and Nabers' emerging talent, both teams have clear paths to victory, setting the stage for an explosive showdown.
As fans eagerly await this highly anticipated matchup, the Cowboys aim to maintain their superiority, while the Giants seek to break their losing streak against Dallas and build momentum for the rest of the season. This game's outcome could very well reverberate throughout the rest of the NFC East, making it a must-watch event for NFL enthusiasts.