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New York Giants vs. New England Patriots: Monday Night Football

by | Nov 30, 2025 | Betting Previews, NBA

Monday Night Football Preview

December 1, 2025 | 8:15 p.m. ET | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA Broadcast: ABC/ESPN | Weather: 32°F, Clear Skies, 7 mph Winds (Indoors – Dome Conditions) Series Record: Patriots lead 16-10 all-time (26 games played)

Monday Night Football lights up Gillette Stadium as the New England Patriots (6-6) welcome the New York Giants (2-9) in a matchup blending veteran poise with rookie promise. New England enters on a three-game slide, desperate to solidify their wildcard push in the AFC, while the Giants limp in with a franchise-worst start, turning to second-year QB Drake Maye for stability. This primetime tilt could hinge on the Patriots’ offensive efficiency against a Giants defense ranked 31st in EPA per play allowed, setting the stage for a potential shootout under the New England lights.

Team Overviews & 2025 Season Snapshot

New England Patriots (6-6, 10th in AFC)

The Patriots have leaned on a balanced attack to stay competitive, ranking 7th in EPA per play (0.104) and scoring offense (26.5 PPG). Their defense has been opportunistic, forcing 17 turnovers (8th in NFL), but inconsistencies have led to a 2-4 skid in their last six. At home, they’re 4-2, averaging 28.3 PPG scored.

  • Passing Game: Second-year QB Drake Maye has thrown for at least 259 yards in five straight games and over 244 yards in nine of 12 starts, completing 64.8% for 2,912 yards, 18 TDs, and 9 INTs (92.3 rating). DeMario Douglas leads receivers with 52 catches for 682 yards and 4 TDs, followed by Ja’Lynn Polk (41 rec., 556 yds., 3 TDs) and Kayshon Boutte (28 rec., 412 yds., 2 TDs).
  • Rushing Attack: Rhamondre Stevenson anchors with 789 yards (4.3 YPC, 6 TDs on 183 carries), while Antonio Gibson adds 456 yds., 4.1 YPC, 3 TDs. The unit ranks 14th overall (118.2 YPG).
  • Defense: Top-12 in scoring (22.1 PPG allowed), with 31 sacks (9th) and 14 INTs. Christian Gonzalez (3 INTs) and Jabrill Peppers (85 tackles) lead the secondary; Keion White (7.5 sacks) pressures QBs.
  • Special Teams: Chad Ryland is 19/24 on FGs (79.2%), with Bryce Baringer averaging 46.3 yards per punt.

New York Giants (2-9, 4th in NFC East)

The Giants’ offense has averaged 23.6 PPG with rookie QB Jaxson Dart under center, but defensive lapses have sunk them, allowing 0.149 EPA per play (31st). They’re 1-4 on the road, with turnovers (19 forced, 25 given) proving costly in a 1-4 skid.

  • Passing Game: Rookie QB Jaxson Dart has a PFF grade of 71.5, blending arm strength and mobility with 2,456 yards, 15 TDs, 10 INTs (88.7 rating) on 62.1% completion. Malik Nabers paces receivers with 58 rec., 789 yds., 5 TDs; Jalin Hyatt adds 45 rec., 612 yds., 4 TDs. Wan’Dale Robinson (32 rec., 398 yds., 2 TDs) excels in the slot.
  • Rushing Attack: Devin Singletary leads with 678 yds. (4.0 YPC, 5 TDs on 169 carries), supported by Tyrone Tracy Jr. (312 yds., 4.2 YPC, 2 TDs). The group ranks 22nd (102.4 YPG).
  • Defense: Bottom-5 in EPA per play allowed (0.149), 31st in passing defense (248.6 YPG). Deonte Banks (2 INTs) and Bobby Okereke (98 tackles) anchor the unit; Azeez Ojulari (6.5 sacks) provides edge rush.
  • Special Teams: Graham Gano is 22/25 on FGs (88.0%), with Ryan Stonehouse averaging 45.8 yards per punt.

Key Matchups to Watch

  • Patriots QB Drake Maye vs. Giants LB Bobby Okereke: Maye’s five-game 259-yard streak faces Okereke’s 98 tackles. New England ranks 7th in EPA per play (0.104), but the Giants allow 0.149 (31st).
  • Giants WR Malik Nabers vs. Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez: Nabers’ 789 yards test Gonzalez’s 3 INTs. New York’s passing attack has averaged 218.3 YPG with Dart.
  • Patriots RB Rhamondre Stevenson vs. Giants DE Azeez Ojulari: Stevenson’s 789 yards meet Ojulari’s 6.5 sacks. Indianapolis ranks 14th in rushing (118.2 YPG).
  • Giants QB Jaxson Dart vs. Patriots S Jabrill Peppers: Dart’s mobility (PFF grade 71.5) challenges Peppers’ 85 tackles. The Giants have averaged 23.6 PPG with Dart starting.

Head-to-Head History & Recent Trends

The Patriots hold a 16-10 edge, including a 27-21 win in 2023, but New York has covered in 3 of the last 5 meetings. New England is 4-2 at home, scoring 28.3 PPG, while the Giants are 1-4 on the road but have exceeded team totals in 8 of 12 games. Recent trends favor overs (Patriots exceed team total in 7 of 12; Giants in 8 of 12), with New York’s defense struggling (Over in 6 of last 8).

Injury Report & Game Notes

  • Patriots: Questionable – WR Kayshon Boutte (hamstring); DE Keion White (ankle); S Kyle Dugger (shoulder). Probable – QB Drake Maye (elbow); RB Rhamondre Stevenson (wrist). Out – None major.
  • Giants: Out – LT Andrew Thomas (IR, foot); CB Adoree’ Jackson (knee). Questionable – QB Jaxson Dart (shoulder); WR Malik Nabers (concussion); DE Kayvon Thibodeaux (hamstring). Probable – RB Devin Singletary (calf).

With Maye’s consistency (over 244 yards in 9 of 12 starts) and the Giants’ defensive woes (31st in EPA allowed), this Monday night affair promises fireworks, where Maye’s arm and Dart’s dual-threat ability could define a pivotal late-season statement.