The highly anticipated Thursday Night Football matchup features the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants, scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET/5:20 p.m. PT on Amazon Prime Video.
This week’s game shifts the focus from the AFC East to the NFC East, showcasing a rivalry that has seen the Cowboys dominate in recent years, especially during the Dak Prescott era. In contrast, the Giants have struggled to find their footing, making this matchup intriguing for fans and fantasy football enthusiasts alike.
In the spotlight are two standout wide receivers: CeeDee Lamb of the Cowboys and Malik Nabers of the Giants. Lamb, once in contention for a top Pick in fantasy leagues, has struggled, currently ranking as WR19 with only 24 targets and 13 receptions in the season. Conversely, Nabers has emerged as the top wide receiver in fantasy football, leading the league in targets, much to the credit of the Giants’ offensive game plan.
The Cowboys are still reeling from their disappointing loss to the Ravens in Week 3, where Lamb’s performance fell short. If Dallas hopes to rebound, they’ll need to ensure they capitalize on Lamb’s potential. Analysts predict that Lamb may deliver his best performance of the season this Thursday, possibly fueled by the team’s frustrations.
Addressing the running back situation, there has been criticism of the Cowboys for their offseason decisions, particularly regarding the absence of prominent names like Derrick Henry. Currently, Rico Dowdle seems to be gaining ground for the RB1 position, out-carrying Ezekiel Elliott in recent games. With an improved performance in the last week, where he outperformed Elliott in touches, Dowdle may shift from a fringe-flex option to a more significant role, especially if the Cowboys maintain a positive game script against the Giants.
On the Giants’ side, Devin Singletary may not be a flashy choice, but he has consistently produced throughout the season. With two touchdowns in his last two games and solid yardage averages, Singletary could play a crucial role in the Giants’ strategy to control the clock and keep the Dallas offense at bay.
Overall, fans can expect an exciting game with plenty of fantasy implications as both teams battle it out on prime time.