Game Preview of New York Giants @ Las Vegas Raiders. Week 17 of 2025 NFL Season
Both teams are eliminated from playoff contention, and rumors of tanking swirl. Despite the narrative, players and coaches still have jobs to win, or lose. The Raiders are short-handed without star tight end Brock Bowers, who’s now on injured reserve. That loss may shift their offensive focus.
On the other side, Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart is still finding his footing. He’ll need help from RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. and WR Wan’Dale Robinson to move the ball against a Raiders defense that has struggled on third downs.
This matchup could come down to motivation and execution. With both teams near the bottom in explosive plays and red-zone efficiency, mistakes may define the outcome.
| Date | Opponent | Result | ATS | O/U |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-21 | @ HOU | L 21-23 | L 14.5 | o39.5 |
| 2025-12-14 | @ PHI | L 0-31 | L 12.5 | u37.5 |
| 2025-12-07 | vs DEN | L 17-24 | L -8.5 | o40.5 |
| 2025-11-30 | @ LAC | L 14-31 | L 10.0 | o40.5 |
| 2025-11-23 | vs CLE | L 10-24 | L 3.0 | u35.5 |
| 2025-11-17 | vs DAL | L 16-33 | L -3.5 | o48.5 |
| 2025-11-06 | @ DEN | L 7-10 | L 9.5 | u42.5 |
| 2025-11-02 | vs JAX | L 29-30 | L -2.5 | o43.5 |
| 2025-10-19 | @ KC | L 0-31 | L 13.5 | u44.5 |
| 2025-10-12 | vs TEN | W 20-10 | W +3.5 | u41.5 |
Injuries are a factor. The Giants could be without key offensive linemen, and the Raiders may miss Maxx Crosby. With Brock Bowers out, Las Vegas will have to lean on other weapons like Michael Mayer and Ashton Jeanty.
The Giants’ fast pace and the Raiders’ third-down struggles may give New York an edge. But with shaky offensive lines on both sides, expect a low-scoring game with field position and mistakes deciding the winner.
Bettors should watch injury news closely. If Crosby plays, that could swing value toward the Raiders. But if the Giants establish the run and control tempo, they’re live to cover or win outright.
| Statistic | Offense | Rank | Defense | Rank | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Points | 165 | #32 | 334 | #2 | |
| Total Points Per Game | 15 | #31 | 27.8 | #30 | |
| Total Touchdowns | 17 | #30 | 39 | #31 | |
| Passing Touchdowns | 13 | #27 | 21 | #26 | |
| Rushing Touchdowns | 4 | #31 | 17 | #32 | |
| Other Touchdowns | 0 | #22 | 1 | #20 | |
| Total Kicking Points | 61 | #32 | 92 | #8 | |
| Total Two Point Conversions | 1 | #14 | 4 | #1 | |
| Kick Extra Points | 13 | #32 | 32 | #3 |
| Statistic | Offense | Rank | Defense | Rank | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Passing Yards | 2084 | #26 | 2734 | #6 | |
| Net Passing Yards Per Game | 190 | #25 | 228 | #10 | |
| Passer Rating | 81.8 | #28 | 95.9 | #10 | |
| Passing Attempts | 356 | #19 | 423 | #30 | |
| Completions | 237 | #14 | 272 | #3 | |
| Completion Percentage | 66.6 | #14 | 64.3 | #14 | 🏈 |
| Passing 1st downs | 116 | #21 | 147 | #31 | |
| Passing 1st Down % | 63.4 | #2 | 54.0 | #10 | |
| Longest Pass | 61 | #17 | 87 | #2 | |
| Passing Fumbles Lost | 1 | #29 | 2 | #22 | |
| Receiving Targets | 343 | #20 | 408 | #3 | |
| Receptions | 237 | #14 | 272 | #30 | |
| Receiving Yards After Catch | 1385 | #6 | 1244 | #22 | |
| YAC Average | 5.8 | #6 | 4.6 | #6 | 🏈 |
| Statistic | Offense | Rank | Defense | Rank | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards | 874 | #31 | 1886 | #32 | |
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 79.5 | #31 | 157 | #1 | |
| Rushing Attempts | 247 | #29 | 318 | #25 | |
| Yards Per Rush Attempt | 3.5 | #32 | 5.9 | #1 | |
| Rushing 1st downs | 48 | #31 | 95 | #31 | 🏈 |
| 20+ Yard Rushing Plays | 3 | #27 | 15 | #1 | |
| Long Rushing | 64 | #11 | 69 | #8 | |
| Rushing Fumbles | 3 | #27 | 15 | #1 | |
| Rushing Fumbles Lost | 1 | #18 | 0 | #24 |