The Dallas Cowboys are set as 3-point road favorites against the New York Giants in their Week 1 season opener on Sunday Night Football. The over/under for the game is set at 48 total points, according to oddsmakers at BetMGM.
This Week 1 matchup carries significant historical weight between the two NFC East rivals. The Giants have struggled historically in season openers against the Cowboys, holding a 1-10 record in such games. Their most recent Week 1 meeting in 2023 saw the Cowboys defeat the Giants 40-0.
The Giants' lone season-opening victory against Dallas occurred in 2016, a season that notably marked Odell Beckham Jr.'s last Pro Bowl appearance with the team. Beckham Jr. is back with the Giants this season.
Both franchises enter the 2026 campaign with considerable expectations and questions surrounding their performance. The Cowboys' potent offense has faced scrutiny regarding their defense's effectiveness, while the Giants aim to rebound from a mid-season slump that included a nine-game losing streak.
Significant coaching adjustments have been made for both teams, with new leadership in place for the Giants' head coaching position and the Cowboys' defensive coordinator role. Fresh talent acquired through the recent draft is also anticipated to influence the teams' trajectories.
Oddsmaker data indicates considerable public betting interest in both teams. The Giants have attracted more futures wagers for making the playoffs than any other team at BetMGM. Conversely, the Cowboys have drawn more betting dollars wagered on them to win the NFC East than any other team in the division.
This Week 1 game will offer the first substantial look at both teams' readiness to meet the high expectations set by bettors and analysts heading into the new season.