"The Giants and Raiders currently have a 37.6% and 36.2% chance, respectively, to land the coveted top pick, according to ESPN Analytics. The Giants would be comfortably in the driver's seat heading into Week 18's matchup with Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys if they lose in Las Vegas. Ditto the Raiders with the Kansas City Chiefs on the horizon for their finale."
"This is all possible because the Giants and Raiders come in on nine-game losing streaks. It's the first time in NFL history that two teams with at least nine-game skids during a single season meet, according to the Elias Sports Bureau. But clearly a lot is at stake for both teams aside from ending their losing streaks, even if those involved don't want to look at it that way."
The New York Giants and Las Vegas Raiders, both 2-13, meet at Allegiant Stadium with the No. 1 overall pick for the 2026 NFL draft at stake. ESPN Analytics gives the Giants 37.6% and the Raiders 36.2% for the top pick; the game's result would sharply shift those odds before Week 18. Both teams enter on nine-game losing streaks, marking the first time in NFL history that two teams with at least nine-game skids meet in a single season, per the Elias Sports Bureau. Players emphasize pursuing a win rather than focusing on draft position. A Giants victory could block a major trade and let New York select a top prospect, while a Raiders loss could position them to choose the top quarterback.
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