Wes O'Donnell is comfortable laying Eagles –8.5 because Dallas’ defense, already retooling, lost its game-wrecker Micah Parsons. O'Donnell expects Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley to dictate tempo while Philadelphia’s pass rush overwhelms a Dallas offense that is still searching for a reliable ground game behind Prescott. He acknowledged nine points is hefty for Week 1, yet cited the champs’ overall roster edge and home-field advantage, predicting the Eagles smother any Cowboys breakout and win by double digits.

Wes O'Donnell grabbed Giants +5.5 after the number moved two full points from the –7.5 opener, crediting a strong preseason and optimism around a "potentially fearsome" New York pass rush. He noted both 2024 matchups were decided by five points or fewer and believes the Giants can again keep it tight if they avoid turnovers and generate pressure on Jayden Daniels. O'Donnell admits Big Blue was "awful" last year but views the current spread as an over-adjustment given expected defensive improvement.