December football kicks off with an exciting NFL Week 13 matchup on ‘Monday Night Football,’ featuring the New York Giants visiting the New England Patriots. The Patriots (10-2) are currently in a nine-game winning streak, recently defeating Cincinnati 26-20. On the other hand, the Giants (2-10) are struggling with a six-game losing streak, their last match resulting in a 34-27 overtime loss against Detroit in Week 12.
In a notable return, Jaxson Dart has been cleared to play after his recent concussion, which is a significant boost for the Giants. Meanwhile, the Patriots are listing Harold Landry as questionable due to a knee issue, while Kayvon Thibodeaux is ruled out for the Giants due to a shoulder injury.
Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. New England is favored by 7.5 points, with the over/under set at 46.5 points. To make informed picks for this game, refer to the NFL predictions from SportsLine’s projection model.
Why the Giants can cover: Dart’s comeback enhances both the passing and the running attacks, alongside improving ball security. Comparatively, Jameis Winston had equal turnovers to touchdowns, while Dart previously achieved 13 touchdowns with just two turnovers over five starts. The Giants have performed well against the spread in recent matches, with several games showing Dart’s impact on the field.
Why the Patriots can cover: New England’s impressive winning streak includes seven points spread victories, leading among AFC teams. Quarterback Drake Maye is a frontrunner for MVP as he leads the league in passing yards and completion rate. He benefits from rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson, who has showcased significant offensive contribution lately, averaging strong scrimmage yards in recent contests. The Patriots defense significantly outperforms the Giants with their superior statistics in key defensive categories.
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In conclusion, the model forecasts 48 combined points for this game, with a solid inclination towards one side of the spread successfully hitting over 50% of the time.
