In a highly anticipated matchup this Sunday at 8:20 PM ET, the Cincinnati Bengals are set to face off against the New York Giants. Both teams are eager to claw their way back into playoff contention, despite currently boasting sub .500 records. The Bengals are coming off a hard-fought overtime loss to the Ravens, and a potential rebound victory against the Giants would elevate their season to 2-4.
Leading the charge for the Bengals is their dynamic quarterback, Joe Burrow, who has reignited his chemistry with star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase. Chase has been on an absolute tear in his last three games, averaging an impressive 132 yards per game and crossing the goal line five times.
On the other side of the ball, the Giants, under the stewardship of Daniel Jones, have experienced flashes of brilliance juxtaposed with moments of mediocrity. An impressive victory over the Seattle Seahawks showcased their potential, but a disappointing loss to the Commanders laid bare their inconsistencies. Their peculiar stat line of scoring three touchdowns without conceding any, yet still ending up on the losing end, is emblematic of their unpredictable season.
Heading into the game, the Bengals are favored by 3.5 points on the spread and hold a -185 advantage on the moneyline.
In terms of historical matchups, the Bengals have had the Giants’ number, emerging victorious in four of their last five encounters. However, the Giants will be eager to flip the script on their home turf, a venue where they have historically thrived despite recent struggles.
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Before locking in your bets, here are the latest odds as of Friday courtesy of DraftKings:
