Opening the week, the Giants<\/a> were listed as 5-point home underdogs<\/a>, but that line has softened with Dallas now at -3.5 as of this writing.<\/p>\n Let’s take a look at who some of the experts and insiders around the league are taking in the Week 18 matchup:<\/p>\n Given that Dallas may not play their starters the entire game (and in some cases, at all), it’s a bit surprising that the Giants<\/a> have been given so little love this week. Precious few went out on a limb and predicted the upset despite the line moving in that direction, but at the same time, Big Blue has done little to inspire faith this season.<\/p>\n Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!<\/a><\/p>\n Most believe the game will see a one-score finish, while John Breech and Bill Bender have the Giants losing by a touchdown-plus.<\/p>\n Other experts and analysts from around the league trend heavily toward Dallas, with 86 percent picking the Cowboys to win on Sunday, per NFL Pickwatch<\/a>.<\/p>\n Fans are less enthusiastic, with just 11 percent predicting a Big Blue victory.<\/p>\n![\"\"\/](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/86373428007-square-1.jpg\")
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