We’re entering the NFL Week 8, and the New York Giants head to Seattle to take on the Seahawks on Sunday afternoon at Lumen Field for an NFC showdown between two surprising contenders.
Giants Perfect Record
The rising Giants will be attempting to maintain their perfect road record this season while the Seattle Seahawks look to continue to defy expectations and take down another solid opponent.
These ingredients make this an interesting NFL matchup for your Giants vs Seahawks betting picks.
When it comes to the Giants vs Seahawks NFL betting picks, the Seahawks stats pop out immediately with a 4-3 record and first-place standing despite getting rid of their best player Russell Wilson. Geno Smith has led the Seahawks to first in the NFC West.
NFC Standings
Similarly, the Giants basically started from scratch with a new head coach and still managed to find themselves atop the NFC standings.
With a 6-1 record under head coach Brian Daboll’s first season, New York has been one of this season’s biggest surprises.
Both teams will look to continue their underdog stories after the Giants collected their sixth win by taking down the Jaguars last week 23-17. Meanwhile, the Seahawks went on the road and dominated the Chargers 37-23.
New York Giants vs. Seattle Seahawks
Matchup Info
- Game Day: Sunday, October 30, 2022
- Game Time: 4:25 PM ET
- TV Channel: FOX
- Location: Seattle, Washington
- Stadium: Lumen Field
New York Giants Performance Recap and Analysis
The Giants have been among the league’s better teams this month and appear to be a legitimate NFC East contender after only losing once in September to the division-leading Philadelphia Eagles.
New York continues to take the NFL by storm after dominating Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, as well as Lamar Jackson and the Ravens.
Barkley and Jones Taking the Leadership
New York has played consistently on both sides of the ball, with Saquon Barkley and Daniel Jones leading the charge.
Last week, Barkley collected 135 yards on the ground, while Jones added 309 through the air and two touchdowns.
On the defensive side of the ball, they were able to hold the Jaguars to 17 points and force a turnover. Overall, the defensive unit is surrendering just 18.6 points per game.
Key Injuries
- OL Evan Neal (OUT)
- Oshane QiXimines (questionable)
Betting Trends to Know
This year, the Giants have a 6-1 record against the spread and come into this matchup having covered their last four games.
When playing as at least 3-point underdogs, the Giants are unbeaten 4-0 ATS, and they have covered the spread in all four road games they have played. Additionally, the under has hit in New York’s last two contests.
Seattle Seahawks Performance Recap and Analysis
After defeating the Chargers 37-23 last week on the road, the Seahawks have won two straight games. Kenneth Walker III, a rookie running back, had yet another impressive outing (168 yards, two touchdowns) and has already established himself as one of the top picks in this year’s draft class.
We know the Seahawks can move the ball offensively, but their defense has been the most surprising this year.
Seattle was able to hold the Chargers’ first three drives, forcing a turnover on downs, a fumble recovery, and an interception. They still have work to do, as the unit is conceding almost 400 yards per game.
Key Injuries
- DK Metcalf (Questionable)
Betting Trends to Know
The Seahawks have a 4-3 record against the spread this season. Seattle has covered in three of their last four contests. Additionally, the Over has hit in four of their previous five contests.
New York Giants vs. Seattle Seahawks Odds
The Seahawks are the betting favorites in this game, with oddsmakers placing the spread at 3 points (-110).
In terms of the moneyline, the Giants odds are given +130 chances to win as road underdogs, while the Seahawks are given -150 odds as the home favorites. The Over/Under for the contest is 44.5 points (-110).
New York Giants vs. Seattle Seahawks Betting Picks
Because both teams are doing better than expected, Sunday’s game may end up being one of the greatest in Week 8. As the line suggests, both running backs could surpass 100 rushing yards in this close game.
How This Matchup Can Be Described?
The Seahawks will manage the time and defeat an overrated Giants team, but Ken Walker will make all the difference. Expect this matchup to be a back-and-forth, high-scoring affair.
Both teams will try to establish the run and utilize the play action to throw the deep ball. Geno Smith and Daniel Jones have been impressive to this point. Take the over Over 44.5.
The Underdogs
The Seahawks continue to surprise, taking down the Chargers as five-point underdogs last week.
DK Metcalf is questionable to play, but Tyler Lockett is still dependable, and Ken Walker should blister through a weak Giants run defense ranked 28th in the league.
The Giants are 6-1 ATS this year, but they only played two true road games, including a nail-biting one last week in Jacksonville.
The Seahawks have shown they’re the real deal and will cover the spread in this matchup.
New York Giants vs. Seattle Seahawks Score Prediction
When making Giants vs Seahawks betting picks, it’s the ideal time to fade the Giants at this point in the season because they are 5-0 SU as underdogs.
They will be at a disadvantage in this one, having to take a long-distance flight and play at one of the NFL’s most intimidating stadiums.
Geno’s Playing Way
Not to mention that Geno Smith is playing like one of the league’s top quarterbacks while leading a Seahawks offense that ranks fifth in points scored per game.
The Seahawks have been a pleasant surprise this season. Not to mention, Smith has a 12-3 ATS record in his last 15 starts. Back the Seahawks to win this one at home.
NFL Pick: Seahawks -3 (-110)
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