The 2025 NFL Week 17 matchup pits the New York Giants (2-13) against the Las Vegas Raiders (2-13) in a battle of two struggling teams vying for the top pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, dubbed the “Tank Bowl” by fans and media. Both squads enter on lengthy losing streaks, with the Giants dropping nine straight and the Raiders nine consecutive games, making this a low-scoring, low-energy affair focused on evaluating young talent and avoiding further injuries. The Giants, under interim coaching amid a rebuild, have shown flashes of defensive grit but offensive woes, while the Raiders look to leverage home-field advantage at Allegiant Stadium to snap their skid. Below is a fully detailed preview covering all aspects.
Kickoff is set for 4:05 p.m. ET (1:05 p.m. PT / 3:05 p.m. CT).
Broadcast: CBS: Kevin Harlan, Trent Green, Melanie Collins (field reporter)
Injury Report
Both teams are banged up, with the Giants facing more uncertainty on the offensive line and secondary, potentially limiting protection for Daniel Jones, while the Raiders deal with quarterback and skill-position issues that could force backups into prominent roles.
New York Giants: OT Andrew Thomas (hamstring) is questionable for Week 17 vs. Las Vegas. C John Michael Schmitz (ankle) is on IR. P Jamie Gillan (left knee) is questionable. CB Dru Phillips (heel) is questionable. DL Dexter Lawrence II (not injury related) is probable. LT Andrew Thomas and C John Michael Schmitz exited recent games with injuries, with G Jon Runyan inactive—monitor for updates on the OL, as it could impact run blocking and pass protection.
Las Vegas Raiders: DT JJ Pegues (hand) is questionable for Week 17 vs. N.Y. Giants. G Jackson Powers-Johnson (ankle) is on IR. WR Tyler Lockett (knee) is limited. C/G Jordan Meredith (ankle) is full participant. QB Geno Smith (right shoulder/back) is full participant. TE Ian Thomas (calf) is full participant. DE Maxx Crosby (knee) is limited. WR Tyler Lockett (knee), QB Geno Smith (shoulder/back), and G Kolton Miller (ankle) are key names to watch—these could affect the passing game and line if not at full strength.
Player Matchups
With both teams at the bottom of the league, this “Tank Bowl” highlights emerging young players and backups, as starters may be rested or limited due to injuries. Key matchups include:
NYG QB Daniel Jones vs. LV S Tre’von Moehrig: Jones’s mobility and decision-making test Moehrig’s coverage in a secondary that’s allowed big plays—could lead to scrambles if the Giants’ OL holds.
LV QB Geno Smith (if active) vs. NYG LB Bobby Okereke: Smith’s experience vs. Okereke’s tackling—Okereke must contain short passes and runs if the Raiders’ line protects.
NYG RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. vs. LV DL Christian Wilkins: Tracy’s ground game challenges Wilkins’ run-stopping—key if Pegues sits, opening lanes for Tracy.
LV WR Tyler Lockett vs. NYG CB Deonte Banks: Lockett’s routes (if cleared from knee) vs. Banks’s man coverage—potential for chunk yards if Phillips is out.
NYG WR Malik Nabers vs. LV CB Jack Jones: Nabers’ speed vs. Jones’s agility—could exploit mismatches if the Giants air it out.
These matchups favor the Raiders’ defense if Smith plays, but Giants’ youth could surprise in a low-pressure game.
Recent Team Forms
New York Giants (last 5 games): L 16-13 vs. MIN, L 29-21 vs. WSH, L 33-15 @ NE, L 34-27 OT @ DET, L (previous)—on a 9-game losing streak, with defensive breakdowns allowing 30+ in several losses and offense averaging under 20 PPG.
Las Vegas Raiders (last 5 games): L (to HOU or similar), L, L, L, L—on a 9-game losing streak, with form showing poor performance across the board, averaging low scores and allowing high totals.
Series History
The Las Vegas Raiders lead the all-time series 9-6 in 15 meetings, with Las Vegas winning 9 games and New York 6. The Raiders are 5-3 at home against the Giants. The most recent game was a 30-6 Raiders win on November 5, 2023. Games average moderate scoring, with the Raiders’ largest margin a 30-6 victory in 2023.
Betting Trends
Giants: 0-3 last 3, 3-2 as away underdog, 5-4 O/U with overs in recent losses. Raiders: 1-4 last 5, 1-4 ATS, 3-2 as home underdog, 3-2 O/U trending under in home games. Game-Specific: Raiders 1-4 in last 5 games, Giants 0-3 last 3; Raiders 1-4 ATS, Giants 3-2 ATS as underdogs; under in 3 of last 5 for both.
GIANTS NOTES:
• QB JAXSON DART ranks tied-1st among rookies with 13 TD passes & 2nd with 1,835 pass yards this season. Ranks 5th among QBs with 407 rush yards in 2025. Had TD pass in 2 of his past 3. • RB DEVIN SINGLETARY has 45+ scrimmage yards in 6 of his past 7 games. Had 77 scrimmage yards & rush TD in last game vs. LV (10/4/20 w/ Buf.). • RB TYRONE TRACY led team with 71 rush yards in Week 16. Has 75+ scrimmage yards in 4 of his past 5 games. • WR DARIUS SLAYTON has 40+ rec. yards in 2 of his past 3 games. • WR WAN’DALE ROBINSON has 60+ rec. yards in 2 of his past 3 games on road. • TE THEO JOHNSON has 75+ rec. yards in 2 of his past 3 games on road. Ranks tied-10th among TEs with 5 TD catches this season. • LB BRIAN BURNS had 2 sacks & FF in Week 16. Ranks 2nd in the NFL with career-high 15 sacks this season & ranks tied-3rd with 20 TFL. Has TFL in 7 of his past 8 on road. • LB BOBBY OKEREKE led team with 13 tackles & PD in Week 16. Aims for 6th in row with 7+ tackles. Has 10+ tackles in 5 games this season. Had 7 tackles in last meeting & aims for 3rd in row vs. LV with 7+ tackles. • LB ABDUL CARTER (rookie) had sack in Week 16 & aims for 4th in row with sack. • DL CHAUNCEY GOLSTON had 6 tackles & 1st sack this season in Week 16. • CB PAULSON ADEBO had 1st INT this season in Week 16. Has PD in 2 of his past 3. • CB DRU PHILLIPS has PD in 2 of his past 3 games. • S DANE BELTON has 7+ tackles in 4 of his past 5 games. Aims for 3rd in row on road with PD. • S JEVON HOLLAND had season-high 7 tackles in Week 16 & aims for 4th in row with 5+ tackles. • S TYLER NUBIN had 6 tackles, PD & FR last week. Has TFL in 2 of his past 3. Aims for 6th in row with 6+ tackles.
RAIDERS NOTES:
• QB GENO SMITH completed 16 of 23 atts. (69.6 pct.) for 201 yards & 2 TDs vs. INT with 107.3 rating in Week 16. has 65+ comp. pct., 2+ TD passes & 105+ rating in 2 of his past 3. Completed 28 of 40 atts. (70 pct.) for 285 yards & TD & had 72 rush yards in his last start vs. NYG (10/6/24 w/ Sea.). • RB ASHTON JEANTY led team with career-high 188 scrimmage yards (128 rush, 60 rec.) & had 2 TDs (1 rush, 1 rec.) last week. Became 3rd rookie all-time with 50+ receptions (50), 5+ rush TDs (5) & 5+ rec. TDs (5) in single season. Has 5+ receptions in 3 of his past 4 at home. • WR TRE TUCKER had 54 scrimmage yards (43 rec., 11 rush) in Week 16. Had 56 scrimmage yards (52 rec., 4 rush) in last meeting. • WR JACK BECH (rookie) had 43 rec. yards last week. • TE BROCK BOWERS had 5 catches & TD catch in Week 16. Has TD in 3 of his past 4. Aims for his 3rd in row with 5+ catches. • DE MAXX CROSBY had 6 tackles & 2 TFL last week. Ranks 2nd in NFL with 28 TFL in 2025. Has TFL in 7 of his past 8. Had 8 tackles & 3 sacks in last meeting. • DT JONAH LAULU had 4 tackles & TFL in Week 16. Has 5+ tackles in 2 of his past 3. • LB DEVIN WHITE led team with 11 tackles & had PD last week. Aims for his 5th in row with 10+ tackles. Had 8 tackles & PD in his last game vs. NYG (11/22/21 w/ TB). • LB ELANDON ROBERTS had 8 tackles & PD in Week 16. Aims for his 3rd in row overall with 8+ tackles & 3rd in row vs. NYG with TFL. • LB JAMAL ADAMS had 3 tackles & TFL last week. Has 9+ tackles & sack in 2 of his 3 career games vs. NYG. • CB ERIC STOKES had 3 tackles & PD in Week 16. Had 6 tackles in his only career game vs. NYG (10/9/22 w/ GB). • S JEREMY CHINN had 7 tackles last week. Has 6+ tackles in 11 of his past 12. Had 12 tackles, 2 TFL & PD in his past game vs. NYG (11/3/24 w/ Was.). • S ISAIAH POLA-MAO had 6 tackles in Week 16. Aims for his 4th in row with 5+ tackles.
Game Odds
New York Giants 41.5
Las Vegas Raiders – 1.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Saturday, December 27, 2025
