The New York Giants are locked into the NFC’s No. 6 seed before Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles. As a result, they’re not likely to put their best foot forward.
Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News said the Giants look likely to rest “several starters” based on Thursday’s practice. While the game doesn’t impact New York’s playoff positioning, the Eagles can clinch the NFC East and the conference’s No. 1 seed with a win.
Dallas Cowboys fans won’t like the news, as it severely diminishes their chances of stealing the division with a win and Eagles loss. However, it’s hardly a shocking development.
It’s ironic the Giants, and not the Eagles, are positioned to take a breather in Week 18. Philadelphia looked poised to wrap up a first-round bye with time to spare before losing two straight games without Jalen Hurts.
The Eagles quarterback went through ball-security drills Thursday, so it’s possible he returns to face several second-stringers at Lincoln Financial Field.
In light of the Giants’ expected decision, the Eagles are 14-point favorites on FanDuel Sportsbook. The game starts at 4:25 p.m. ET.