As the New York Giants gear up for their 2025 season, they will face a daunting challenge right from the start. The Giants are set to open their season on the road against the Washington Commanders on September 7, followed by another road game against the Dallas Cowboys on September 14 in Week 2. This early matchup against familiar foes will provide the Giants with a critical opportunity to assert themselves in the NFC East after finishing last in the division last season.
The Giants' challenging start does not ease up after their initial two games. They will finally return to MetLife Stadium for their Week 3 home game, where they will face off against the formidable Kansas City Chiefs, led by superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce. This highly anticipated matchup will take place under the lights for a nationally televised Sunday night game, where fans are also likely to catch a glimpse of pop icon Taylor Swift in attendance.
In Week 4, the Giants will continue their home stretch as they take on the Los Angeles Chargers, another playoff team from the previous season. The full schedule for the Giants’ 2025 season will be released later on Wednesday, but the early games alone promise to be a true test for the team.
The upcoming season opener against the Commanders will serve as a reminder of how a team can transform from rags to riches with the right leadership. Last season, the Giants suffered two close losses to Washington, which were pivotal in the Commanders' resurgence while contributing to the Giants' disappointing 3-14 season. Notably, in Week 3 of the previous season, the Giants lost 21-18 in a game that showcased their struggles. The Commanders scored only through field goals, and the Giants faced a challenging situation when their kicker, Graham Gano, injured his hamstring early in the game.
The Giants' woes continued in Week 9, where they were once again defeated by the Commanders, this time 27-22 at MetLife Stadium. A crucial sack-fumble by quarterback Daniel Jones compounded the Giants' problems, marking their fourth consecutive loss and bringing their record to 2-7.
In Week 2, the Giants will look to break a long-standing streak of losses at AT&T Stadium, where they have not secured a victory since 2016. They have endured eight straight defeats in Arlington, Texas, and hold a bleak 1-11 record in their last 12 encounters with the Cowboys. The combined regular-season records of the Giants’ first four opponents in 2024 stand at an impressive 45-23, underscoring the tough competition that lies ahead.
As the Giants prepare for their 2025 season, fans are eager to see how the team will respond to these challenges and whether they can turn their fortunes around in the NFC East.
