Patriots - Giants: Odds and predictions | Who is the favorite in the NFL Week 12 game?

The New York Giants and the New England Patriots, two teams with five wins, will face each other in a disappointing season for both franchises. As they both look towards the future and the possibility of high draft picks, they try to navigate the challenges of a poor season.

The Giants are struggling, particularly with their starting quarterback, Daniel Jones, out due to injury. Tony DeVito will lead the offense in his place, as Jones is out for the rest of the season after an unfortunate injury. This complicates things for the Giants, who are already facing a challenging season.

Meanwhile, the Patriots’ rookie quarterback, Mac Jones, has faced criticism for his poor performance this season. With the starting lineup still uncertain, head coach Bill Belichick has yet to announce the starting quarterback for the upcoming game. Jones has been struggling to hold onto the ball for too long and making crucial mistakes under pressure, contributing to the team’s offensive struggles.

The Patriots’ offensive struggles extend beyond their quarterback issues and affect their running game. Opposing defenses have been able to stack the line, knowing that Jones cannot stretch the field with his arm. This offensive anemia has resulted in a disappointing record against the spread for the Patriots this season.

The Giants have not been excelling against the spread either (3-7-1), but they showed some resilience in their recent game against the Washington Commanders. They rely on their defensive unit to make crucial stops, especially with star running back Saquon Barkley making intermittent appearances due to injuries.

Oddsmakers favor the Patriots by three and a half points on the road, which has raised questions about the validity of such a line. Many wonder how the struggling Patriots can be favored against any team. Despite the Giants’ defensive numbers looking unfavorable, it is important to consider the extensive time their defense spends on the field due to offensive shortcomings.

In this unpredictable matchup, the Giants hope to exploit the vulnerabilities in the Patriots’ offense with Barkley’s ability to make a game-changing impact. The defensive prowess of the Giants may pose challenges for the Patriots, potentially making the spread an exciting bet.

Patriots - Giants: Odds and predictions