Giants-Eagles ‘5 questions’: Even Bleeding Green Nation has given up

The New York Giants (4-2-1) visit the Philadelphia Eagles (2-6) on Sunday in an NFC East matchup that carries significant playoff implications. The Giants enter as 2.5-point road favorites according to DraftKings Sportsbook, with an Over/Under total of 37.5 points for the game scheduled to kick off at 1 p.m. ET.

The Eagles have fallen into a 2-6 record after losing six straight games, with quarterback Jalen Hurts lost for the season and Joe Milton set to start at the position. Philadelphia's offense ranks last in the NFL in yards (265.3) and points (17.1) per game, while their defense is 27th in yards allowed (367.3) and 21st in points (25.3).

The Giants have won four of their past five games and lead the NFC East, holding a cushion over the 3-5 Cowboys. Their offense averages 23.3 points and 346 yards per game, ranking 11th in total offense, while their defense is ninth in overall yards allowed (313 ypg) and 15th in scoring (23.0).

Running back Cam Skattebo is listed as doubtful with a hamstring injury, potentially opening the door for Devin Singletary to start or rookie Greg Desrosiers Jr. to make his NFL debut. Giants kicker Dominic Zvada, who has missed five field goals (all from 40+ yards), retains his job despite the struggles, with coach John Harbaugh stating "we really think he's made of the right stuff."

The game represents a critical juncture in the Giants' season, with their division lead at stake. As Newsday noted, the Giants have lost 13 straight road games in Philadelphia, while the Eagles have won 21 of the last 26 meetings in the series.

Malik Nabers, who has recorded four straight games with at least 100 receiving yards, was named NFC Offensive Player of the Month. The Giants have scored at least 27 points in four consecutive games, the NFL's longest active streak.

CBS Sports reported that the Giants' SportsLine Projection Model simulates the Eagles covering the spread in 52% of its 10,000 simulations and Philadelphia winning outright in 47% of simulations as plus-money underdogs.

The trade deadline adds intrigue to the five-day stretch, with the Giants potentially targeting players like Jonathan Taylor or defensive help, though injuries at key positions including running back and return specialist roles complicate their preparations.