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.

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.