Game Preview of Philadelphia Eagles @ New York Giants. Week 6 of 2025 NFL Season
The Eagles visit the Giants at MetLife Stadium on Thursday, 9th October (8:15 PM ET). It is Saquon Barkley’s first game back in New Jersey since moving to Philadelphia. The drama is loud, but the on-field matchups matter more.
Philadelphia comes off a late collapse in Denver and needs a clean response. The Eagles have issues up front, with key linemen listed questionable, and that has shown in a 9.2% sack rate allowed. Even so, the offence finishes drives at an elite clip with a 92.3% red-zone TD rate.
New York is 1-4 and thin at receiver after Malik Nabers went to injured reserve. Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart is also on the injury report. The Giants struggle to stay on schedule, converting just 32.3% on third downs, and their red-zone TD rate sits at 36.8%.
Recent history favours the Eagles, and the current market reflects that with a touchdown-plus line. The total sits in the low-40s, pointing to a game where one side may need to do most of the scoring.
| Date | Opponent | Result | ATS | O/U |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-05 | @ NO | L 14-26 | L 1.5 | u41.5 |
| 2025-09-28 | vs LAC | W 21-18 | L -6.0 | u43.5 |
| 2025-09-21 | vs KC | L 9-22 | L -6.0 | u44.5 |
| 2025-09-14 | @ DAL | L 37-40 | L 4.5 | o44.5 |
| 2025-09-07 | @ WAS | L 6-21 | L 6.0 | u45.5 |
| 2025-01-05 | @ PHI | L 13-20 | L 3.0 | u36.5 |
| 2024-12-29 | vs IND | W 45-33 | W +-7.5 | o40.5 |
| 2024-12-22 | @ ATL | L 7-34 | L 9.5 | u42.5 |
| 2024-12-15 | vs BAL | L 14-35 | L -16.5 | o43.5 |
| 2024-12-08 | vs NO | L 11-14 | L -5.5 | u41.0 |
Red-zone mismatch: Eagles offence leads the league tier with a 92.3% TD rate inside the 20. Giants’ defence has allowed TDs on 57.1% of red-zone trips.
Third-down tilt: Giants convert 32.3% on third down, while the Eagles’ defence stops opponents on 61.5% of third downs. That tilts possession time to Philadelphia.
Explosives profile: Giants’ defence is strong at limiting explosive passes (5.0% “Expl Pass Allowed,” 91st pct). Philadelphia’s explosive pass rate is middling (6.5%, 38th pct). Expect PHI to lean on quick game and the run.
Pass rush vs protection: Philadelphia allows sacks at 9.2% with multiple OL questionables. New York’s pressure-to-sack sits 5.0% (average), but interior push matters if Dexter Lawrence (Q) suits up.
Skill depth vs injuries: New York’s passing ceiling drops without Malik Nabers (IR). If Darius Slayton (Q) is limited, NYG likely funnels targets short to Wan’Dale Robinson and TEs.
Tempo lever: Eagles’ no-huddle 18.4% (94th pct) can stress a Giants defence that prefers to keep the lid on explosive plays.
Spread (anchor): Eagles -7.5 (-111). Alt reference: -7.0 (-122) if you want the key number protection.
Total (anchor): Under 41.5 (-139) or Under 42.0 (-137) if you prefer the extra hook. Giants’ red-zone 36.8% and third-down 32.3% support a lower NYG output.
Giants Team Total: Under 16.5 (-133) aligns with NYG’s drive-sustaining issues and thin WR room.
Jaxson Dart Passing Yards: Under 175.5 (-119). Rookie QB, limited weapons, and poor third-down rate.
Jalen Hurts Rushing Yards: Over 39.5 (-115). Banged-up OL plus PHI tempo creates scramble/design-run chances.
Saquon Barkley Receiving Yards: Over 15.5 (-118) if active. Quick checkdowns fit the matchup; volatility note: Questionable.
Prices listed come directly from the available markets. Always consider juice and your stake sizing.
Philadelphia owns clear edges where games are decided: third down and the red zone. That matters even more on a short week. The Eagles’ offensive line injuries are a real risk, but their tempo and quarterback run game can soften that blow.
New York’s defence is built to prevent deep shots, which likely pushes the Eagles toward the run and short passing. Without Malik Nabers, the Giants need long drives to keep up, and their season-to-date numbers suggest that will be hard to repeat across four quarters.
Our read matches the current market. Philadelphia is favoured by more than a touchdown for a reason, and the low total reflects a Giants offence still searching for rhythm. If Barkley is active, expect Philadelphia to feed him touches in his return, with usage tilted to early downs and the red zone.
Bottom line: Eagles have the cleaner path. The matchup leans to Philadelphia by a score or more, with a modest game total unless New York suddenly finds answers on third down and in the red zone.
| Statistic | Offense | Rank | Defense | Rank | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Points | 87 | #27 | 109 | #16 | |
| Total Points Per Game | 17.4 | #28 | 21.8 | #16 | |
| Total Touchdowns | 9 | #27 | 10 | #9 | |
| Passing Touchdowns | 6 | #25 | 6 | #10 | |
| Rushing Touchdowns | 3 | #24 | 4 | #16 | |
| Other Touchdowns | 0 | #19 | 0 | #8 | |
| Total Kicking Points | 31 | #25 | 45 | #6 | |
| Total Two Point Conversions | 1 | #12 | 1 | #8 | |
| Kick Extra Points | 7 | #29 | 9 | #24 |
| Statistic | Offense | Rank | Defense | Rank | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Passing Yards | 1018 | #15 | 1057 | #16 | |
| Net Passing Yards Per Game | 204 | #18 | 211 | #18 | 🏈 |
| Passer Rating | 79.3 | #27 | 80.4 | #28 | |
| Passing Attempts | 171 | #11 | 176 | #25 | |
| Completions | 105 | #18 | 102 | #17 | |
| Completion Percentage | 61.4 | #28 | 58 | #2 | |
| Passing 1st downs | 47 | #23 | 45 | #7 | |
| Passing 1st Down % | 46.5 | #30 | 44.1 | #3 | |
| Longest Pass | 52 | #20 | 77 | #5 | |
| Passing Fumbles Lost | 2 | #4 | 0 | #24 | |
| Receiving Targets | 161 | #12 | 170 | #8 | |
| Receptions | 105 | #18 | 102 | #15 | |
| Receiving Yards After Catch | 534 | #15 | 521 | #16 | |
| YAC Average | 5.1 | #12 | 5.1 | #18 |
| Statistic | Offense | Rank | Defense | Rank | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards | 585 | #12 | 634 | #22 | |
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 117 | #13 | 127 | #11 | |
| Rushing Attempts | 142 | #8 | 134 | #22 | |
| Yards Per Rush Attempt | 4.1 | #21 | 4.7 | #8 | |
| Rushing 1st downs | 40 | #4 | 40 | #27 | |
| 20+ Yard Rushing Plays | 2 | #22 | 2 | #18 | |
| Long Rushing | 24 | #25 | 49 | #12 | |
| Rushing Fumbles | 2 | #22 | 2 | #18 | |
| Rushing Fumbles Lost | 1 | #16 | 2 | #3 |