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Why Giants still aren’t favored to win NFC East despite leading division at 4-2-1

New York's championship odds are longer than they were before the season started. Here's why sportsbooks are reluctant to adjust.

By Charlotte Carroll · The Athletic

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 9:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Sportsbooks still favor the Dallas Cowboys over the 4-2-1 New York Giants to win the NFC East.
Bookmakers cite quarterback volatility and roster injuries as the primary reasons for continued betting market skepticism.
Coach John Harbaugh recently started trade acquisition J.J. McCarthy at quarterback following an injury to Jaxson Dart.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Despite leading the NFC East at 4-2-1, the New York Giants remain betting underdogs behind the 3-4 Dallas Cowboys to win the division. Sportsbooks report widespread market skepticism driven by roster injuries and quarterback uncertainty, keeping New York at +10000 odds for the Super Bowl and favored to miss the postseason.

Head coach John Harbaugh has turned around the team, starting third-year quarterback J.J. McCarthy against Houston after acquiring him via trade. Analysts credit a strong front seven and a physical rushing style, though upcoming fixtures against division rivals will heavily test their standing.

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Why Giants still aren’t favored to win NFC East despite leading division at 4-2-1

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