- Matchup: Arizona Cardinals vs New York Giants
- Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Venue: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ
- Broadcast: CBS
- Betting Odds: Giants -1.5
- Over/Under Total: 43.5
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On Sunday, MetLife Stadium will host the clash between the New York Giants (2-1) and the Arizona Cardinals (1-2). The Giants are favored by 1.5 points per Las Vegas odds. The over/under total is set at 43.5.
The Arizona Cardinals enter the game with a record of 1-2 this season. In their most recent outing, they faced the San Francisco 49ers, suffering a defeat with a final score of 36-30. Quarterback Jacoby Brissett completed 38 of 52 passes for 280 yards and threw 2 touchdowns, achieving a quarterback rating of 98.2 and no interceptions. On the ground, Jeremiyah Love led with 21 carries for 90 yards, averaging 4.3 yards per carry. Michael Wilson contributed with 89 receiving yards on 11 catches for an average of 8.1 yards per reception. The Cardinals attempted 27 rushes, gaining a total of 93 yards at an average of 3.4 yards per carry. Overall, Arizona executed 79 plays, accumulating 365 total yards. Defensively, they allowed 15 completions on 27 attempts for 297 yards, with a completion rate of 55.6%. Against the run, they conceded 140 yards on 23 attempts, averaging 6.1 yards allowed per carry.
The Cardinals have accumulated a total of 909 yards this season. They have achieved 37 first downs, but their performance has been marred by 24 penalties, leading to 245 yards lost. In terms of scoring, Arizona has recorded 4 passing touchdowns along with 2 rushing touchdowns. They have turned the ball over just once, averaging 93.0 rushing yards per game, ranking 25th in the league. Their offense is averaging 21.0 points per game.
Defensively, the Cardinals have allowed 703 passing yards, ranking them 23rd in the league. They surrender an average of 234.3 passing yards per game with a completion rate of 63.8%. Overall, they have given up 383 rushing yards across three games, allowing 8 passing touchdowns and 3 rushing touchdowns. They rank 26th overall, permitting 362.0 total yards per game and 127.7 rushing yards per contest at an average of 4.6 yards given up per rushing attempt. Currently, Arizona’s defense ranks 24th, giving up 27.0 points per game.
The Giants come into this matchup with a record of 2-1. In their last matchup, they secured a win, defeating the Tennessee Titans 12-7. Cam Skattebo was the standout running back, rushing 20 times for 60 yards and averaging 3.0 yards per carry. In the receiving department, Skattebo added 3 catches for 40 yards (13.3 yards per reception). Quarterback Jameis Winston completed 14 of 22 passes for 118 yards with a QB rating of 77.5, throwing no interceptions and averaging 5.4 yards per attempt. The Giants allowed the Titans 21 rushing attempts for 81 yards (3.9 yards per carry) and conceded a 63.9% completion rate, allowing 181 yards on 23 of 36 passing. New York ended the game with 238 total yards, running 55 plays (averaging 4.3 yards per play). They finished with 138 rushing yards on 33 attempts, averaging 4.2 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring, the Giants rank 28th in the league, averaging just 15.3 points per game. They have totaled 459 passing yards this season, averaging 153.0 passing yards per game, which places them 31st in the league. On the ground, New York has amassed 355 rushing yards, averaging 118.3 rushing yards per game. Overall, their offense is averaging 271.3 total yards per game, ranking 29th in the NFL. They have also accrued 23 penalties resulting in 222 yards lost, ranking 12th for penalizing themselves. The Giants have recorded 1 interception and 1 fumble while achieving 28 first downs.
Defensively, the Giants are allowing 18.3 points per game, positioning them 9th in the league. They have given up 7 passing touchdowns and average 224.7 passing yards allowed per game, ranking 19th overall. Against the run, New York has surrendered 313 rushing yards (104.3 per game) and 1 rushing touchdown this season. The Giants defense has been active, participating in 169 plays from scrimmage, ranking 7th in the NFL. They have also created 5 turnovers (2 forced fumbles and 3 interceptions) this year, totaling just 55 points allowed.
Who will prevail in the Cardinals vs. Giants matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on the Giants -1.5
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