The Washington Football Team is preparing to face off against the New York Giants once again, marking their second encounter in just three weeks.
On October 18th, Washington traveled to East Rutherford, NJ, where they suffered a 20-19 defeat due to an unsuccessful two-point conversion attempt in the closing moments of the game.
Head coach Ron Rivera remained unapologetic after the two-point conversion failed, despite WFT quarterback Kyle Allen successfully leading a 75-yard touchdown drive.
“I was determined,” he declared, “with the goal of acquiring the skills to triumph in football matches.”
Regrettably, WAS did not acquire any valuable insights from their defeat against the NY Giants. Nevertheless, in the subsequent game, they effortlessly secured a triumph, putting an end to their five-game losing streak. However, it must be noted that the victory was attained against the Dallas Cowboys, who are among the few teams ranked lower than Washington.
Despite their record, Washington (2-5) heads into their rematch with the NY Giants (1-7) with some momentum. The Giants’ only win of the season came from their initial encounter with Washington. Nevertheless, any progress is still progress for Washington.
Will Washington be able to use their home-field advantage in Sunday’s game (1 p.m., Fox) at FedExField to seek revenge?
Washington vs. New York Total and Odds
By Thursday afternoon, the WAS vs. NYG matchup had received the least amount of betting interest among all the games in NFL Week 9.
However, what about those of us who are die-hard enthusiasts and are fully aware that we will definitely place bets on the game regardless?
Don’t anticipate an exciting or thrilling event.
The rematch between Washington and the Giants began with one of the lowest totals of the week. The initial over-under was set at 43 and has consistently stayed around that mark. The beautiful weather expected in Landover, MD on Sunday might be one of the factors leading to public bets favoring the over in this game.
Regarding the spread, the Giants, with a 5-3 record against the spread this season, initially began as three-point favorites. Nevertheless, by Thursday afternoon, the spread had decreased to 2.5 points at the majority of sportsbooks.
Despite the recent results, bettors seem to disregard them entirely. Washington (4-3 ATS) has just had a bye week, suggesting they are likely rejuvenated and prepared. On the other hand, New York is entering the game on a short week following their defeat by Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday Night Football.
However, bettors have not overlooked the initial encounter between the two teams last month, with a significant majority of betting dollars favoring the Giants.
WFT vs. NY Giants Breakdown
Surprisingly, even though they were considered two of the season’s biggest failures, WAS and NYG are still actively competing in the division race.
With a dismal .364 winning percentage, the NFC East stands as the weakest division in the NFL. Surprisingly, the Philadelphia Eagles, who hold the top spot, have a subpar record of 3-4-1.
Nonetheless, this presents a positive outlook for Washington and New York as they have a great opportunity to dominate the division if they manage to embark on a winning streak in the middle of this season.
Looking ahead to Sunday’s match, Giants quarterback Daniel Jones aims to secure his fourth consecutive victory against Washington, which happens to be the only team he has defeated more than once. Nevertheless, he heavily relies on the Giants’ offensive line to offer him sufficient protection. Unfortunately, throughout the year 2020, they have faced difficulties in achieving this, except for the first game against Washington and New York.
Furthermore, considering Jones’ difficulties with turnovers during the 2020 season, Washington’s defense is likely to have several chances to score points of their own.
Regarding the Washington offense, quarterback Kyle Allen is beginning to find his rhythm in his new role as the starting quarterback, having taken over for the benched Dwayne Haskins Jr.
Furthermore, Antonio Gibson, a rookie running back, recently had his best game ever, rushing for an impressive 128 yards. Additionally, Terry McLaurin, a second-year wide receiver, has emerged as a seasoned leader on a team that is one of the youngest in the NFL. With 577 yards and 2 touchdowns, McLaurin is proving to be a valuable asset.
Other Week 9 Games of Note to Virginia
Virginia football fans can look forward to an exciting lineup of games in NFL Week 9 for their beloved teams.
Baltimore Ravens (-2) at Indianapolis Colts
The Baltimore Ravens, with a 5-2 record, are heading to the Hoosier State as the favored team on the road. They will be facing the Indianapolis Colts, who also have a 5-2 record and have been performing well lately.
As Sunday’s game approaches (1 p.m., CBS), Baltimore is still reeling from their recent 28-24 defeat against the undefeated Pittsburgh Steelers. On the other hand, Indianapolis has been on a winning streak, securing five victories out of their last six games. The team’s offense was particularly impressive last week, scoring a season-high of 41 points against the Detroit Lions. The Ravens’ defense, known for its consistency, will face the challenge of containing Colts’ quarterback Philip Rivers, who has been delivering his best performances of the year in recent games.
Early-week wagering attracted a significant number of bettors to this game, although the betting activity has been fairly even and the line has experienced minimal movement. However, the total has increased from its initial 45 to 46.5/47 at most sportsbooks.
Carolina Panthers (+10.5) at Kansas City Chiefs
This week, the Carolina Panthers (3-5) face a challenging hurdle as they embark on an away game against the reigning Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs (7-1).
The Panthers are currently facing a difficult situation with three consecutive losses as they approach Sunday’s game (1 p.m., Fox). However, there is a silver lining – Christian McCaffrey is ready to make his comeback after recovering from an ankle injury. Despite not playing since Week 2 of this season, McCaffrey’s impressive performance of nearly 1,400 rushing yards last year raises hopes for his return. Considering the Chiefs’ struggling defense against the run, McCaffrey has the potential to take advantage of this weakness if he regains his usual form.
Despite the Panthers being on the road, being considered underdogs, and coming off a loss, there are some contrarian sharps who believe that they have a chance to surprise everyone and win by a large margin, leading them to place their bets in favor of Carolina.
Chicago Bears at Tennessee Titans (-6)
The Tennessee Titans, with a record of 5-2, are in desperate need of a win and some consistency. Regrettably, their upcoming Sunday game against the Chicago Bears, who have proven to be incredibly unpredictable with a record of 5-3, presents a challenging obstacle for them. The game is scheduled for 1 p.m. and will be broadcasted on Fox.
After a strong start with a 5-0 record, Tennessee experienced a setback with a 27-24 loss to the Steelers followed by a 31-20 defeat against the low-ranked Cincinnati Bengals. Despite these losses, Titans’ QB Ryan Tannehill and running back Derrick Henry continue to perform well. However, the Tennessee defense has been facing difficulties in containing opposing quarterbacks, which could be advantageous for Bears’ QB Nick Foles. It is worth noting that Foles, along with the rest of the Chicago squad, has been struggling to maintain consistency.
Throughout the entire week, the spread for this game has remained consistent, with the Titans being favored by 6 to 6.5 points. The total score prediction has also remained unchanged at 46.5.
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