Giants Set to Face Cowboys in 2026 NFL Season Opener

The New York Giants will kick off their 2026 NFL season against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football, marking the debut of coach John Harbaugh. This matchup takes place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, with kickoff scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET.

The Giants are entering the game with a new coaching staff after finishing the previous season with a 4-13 record, while the Cowboys ended their last campaign at 7-9-1. Dallas aims to return to the playoffs for the first time in three years, whereas New York has not made the postseason since 2022. Malik Nabers from the Giants is a game-time decision due to a knee issue.

Current betting odds favor the Cowboys by 3 points, with an over/under set at 47.5 total points. SportsLine's model, which has simulated the game 10,000 times, predicts a total of 55 combined points, suggesting a high-scoring affair. The model also indicates that Dak Prescott is expected to throw for over 265 yards and two touchdowns, while Jaxson Dart is projected to achieve over 230 yards and two scores.