Bengals vs Giants NFL Preseason Week 2: Betting Odds and Analysis
The Cincinnati Bengals face the New York Giants in Week 2 of the NFL Preseason, with the Giants currently favored by 5.5 points at home.
The Bengals are coming off a 36-23 loss to Arizona, while the Giants won their opener 23-21 against New England.
Key Points for Cincinnati:
- Joe Burrow is out for preseason due to injuries and appendicitis
- Backup QBs Brandon Allen (3/3, 29 yards) and rookie Drew Plitt (6/6, 78 yards, 1 TD) performed well
- Defense struggled, allowing 36 points and 277 passing yards
Key Points for New York:
- QB competition between Daniel Jones (6/10, 69 yards) and Tyrod Taylor (13/21, 129 yards, 1 TD)
- New defensive coordinator Wink Martindale showing promise despite personnel changes
- Defense allowed 21 points and 308 total yards in Week 1
Betting Analysis: The Giants' 5.5-point favorite status makes sense given:
- Active QB competition providing motivation
- Stronger depth pieces
- Bengals likely resting key starters after long postseason run
- Cincinnati's shaky defensive depth
Recommendation: Take the Giants to cover the spread based on their quarterback battle and superior depth.
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