Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ
TV: NFL Network
The battle of New York takes center stage in Week 2 of the preseason as the Jets and Giants meet at MetLife Stadium. With both rosters boasting playoff aspirations, this matchup will be less about starters and more about evaluating depth and situational execution. The Jets enter after a promising opener, while the Giants look to find more offensive rhythm following an up-and-down start to preseason action.
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Matchup Overview
The Giants are a 3.5-point favorite with the total set at 39.5. The Jets are expected to give extended snaps to Tyrod Taylor and rookie Jordan Travis, while the Giants should rotate Drew Lock and Tommy DeVito after Daniel Jones’ short first-quarter cameo.
New York Jets
Offensively, the Jets moved the ball well in their opener, with Taylor delivering accurate throws and showing mobility in the pocket. The running game was highlighted by rookie RB Braelon Allen, who displayed power between the tackles. Defensively, the Jets forced two turnovers and held their opponent to under 300 total yards. Special teams were sharp, featuring a 50-yard punt return that set up a scoring drive. The Jets are 5-1 ATS in their last six preseason matchups.
New York Giants
The Giants’ offense showed flashes, especially when Lock pushed the ball downfield, but inconsistency in the red zone limited their scoring. RB Eric Gray was effective in space, giving the second unit a spark. Defensively, the Giants pressured opposing quarterbacks but allowed too many yards after the catch. Special teams were steady, though the kicking game missed a 43-yard attempt that could have swung momentum. The Giants have gone Over in four of their last five preseason games.
Key Matchups to Watch
- Backup QB Duel – Taylor (NYJ) and Lock (NYG) will be pivotal in sustaining drives.
- RB Efficiency – Allen (Jets) and Gray (Giants) both have the potential to swing field position.
- Red Zone Execution – Both teams struggled to finish drives last week.
Betting Odds
- Spread: Giants -3.5 / Jets +3.5
- Total (O/U): 39.5
- Moneyline: Giants -175 / Jets +145
(Odds via ESPN BET at time of writing — subject to change)
Prediction
The Giants’ pass rush and home-field advantage give them a slight edge, but the Jets’ QB depth and special teams play make this a closer matchup than the spread suggests. Expect a competitive game with a late field goal deciding it.
Projected Final Score:
Giants 21 – Jets 20
- Total Points: 41 → ✅ Over 39.5
- Margin: 1 point → ✅ Jets cover +3.5
Best Bets
- Jets +3.5 (-110) – Depth and special teams give them a path to cover.
- Over 39.5 (-110) – Both backup QB units are capable of putting points on the board.
- First Half Over 20 (-110) – Expect an active start with aggressive play-calling.
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