Giants Week 1 aerial attack sputtered despite a fresh quarterback room led by Russell Wilson. They failed to convert red-zone chances, kicking only two field goals and avoiding a shutout after a tough start. Wilson’s timing and reads looked off as protection struggled, signaling a need for clearer play design and faster decisions. PFF’s separation chart showed nine Giants with a shot at separation, but overall consistency remained elusive.

Nabers topped the targets with five grabs for 71 yards, yet his separation rate was a modest 35.29% on 17 routes. Robinson and Johnson posted better separation, though not by much, underscoring the need for sharper timing and cleaner routes as the Giants head to Dallas. The Week 2 clash will test Daboll’s adjustments and the offense’s ability to tap into its weapons in a hostile environment.

Jerry Jones revealed he spoke with the New York Jets about trading Micah Parsons, with Dallas seeking interior anchor Quinnen Williams. Talks never gained traction and Parsons wound up with Green Bay after Dallas and Parsons couldn’t agree on a deal. The Jets preferred to keep Williams, making a Parsons-Williams pairing unlikely and underscoring the value of interior run defense.

The rumor mill signals how a blockbuster swap could’ve reshaped fantasy value: Parsons’ edge rush upside paired with Williams’ interior disruption would have redefined sack and tackle opportunities across multiple defenses. Jets’ stance highlights the premium on a dominant inside defender as a counterweight to elite pass rushers.

Week 2 in the NFC East centers on Giants-Cowboys, with New York hoping to rebound from a Week 1 drubbing and Dallas aiming to keep momentum rolling. Six NFL writers lay out picks that lean Cowboys, citing Dak Prescott’s success against the Giants and Dallas’ defense, while warning the Giants must stabilize the line and find a path to points. The quarterback question for New York stays front and center, but the contrast in rosters and schemes makes this a pivotal test for both teams’ early-season trajectories.

Week 2 centers on a noon Sunday clash as Dallas hosts New York, a game that could define early-season fantasy values. After Week 1’s rust and a Thursday win by Green Bay, the Cowboys face a Giants squad led by Russell Wilson, with roster moves and injuries shaping who steps up. Watch the injury reports and how Dallas’ young pass rush and Giants’ pass protection fare in a potential fantasy swing game.

Fantasy managers should monitor Bland’s status and Giants’ offensive-line readiness, plus Cam Skattebo’s workload for New York. Eberflus’ comments about slowing explosive passes add a tactical layer to the game, hinting at snap distribution shifts and scoring opportunities in a Dallas home tilt.