Washington enters the 2025 regular season expected to contend after a late surge last year and aggressive offseason moves by general manager Adam Peters. The Week 1 matchup against the New York Giants at home presents an early test. The Giants possess serviceable offensive pieces and a formidable defensive front seven featuring Dexter Lawrence II, Brian Burns, Kayvon Thibodeaux, and rookie Abdul Carter. FanDuel lists Washington as a 6.5-point favorite with the money line at -260 and New York at +215. The over/under is 45.5 points. A close game is likely, with Washington projected to win via last-drive heroics.
There are huge expectations on the Commanders' shoulders in 2025. Their incredible surge into contention last season and the aggressive moves made by general manager Adam Peters dictate as much. Living up to them is the difficult part, so getting off on the right foot versus the Giants can provide the springboard. This isn't going to be a walkover. The Giants have some decent offensive pieces.
According to the latest odds from FanDuel Sportsbook, the Commanders are 6.5-point favorites at home to the Giants in Week 1. Washington -6.5 points: -104 (bet $104 to win $100) New York +6.5 points: -118 (bet $118 to win $100) Anyone wishing to bet the Commanders' money line needs deep pockets to get a decent return. They are currently -260 (bet $260 to win $100), which is a fair reflection of how the two sides fared last time around.
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