### Cowboys and Giants Clash in Thanksgiving Showdown Amid Struggling Seasons

The NFC East’s struggles are exemplified by two of its teams, the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants, who are set to face off in a late-afternoon Thanksgiving game in Week 13. Both franchises have endured tumultuous seasons, which may be an understatement given their current situations.

For the Giants, the prospect of tanking seems to have become a reality. With only two wins under their belt, the team’s performance has been lackluster at best. Their season has been plagued by poor management decisions, such as letting Saquon Barkley go and eventually benching and releasing Daniel Jones. The unexpected decision to name Tommy DeVito as the starting quarterback over Drew Lock has also raised eyebrows. However, DeVito now contends with a forearm injury, and according to head coach Brian Daboll, he is "not 100 percent" to play against the Cowboys.

The Cowboys, meanwhile, have a different kind of problem on their hands. Despite pulling off a come-from-behind victory against the Commanders last week, the win might have cost them a top-10 draft pick for next spring. Currently holding a 4-7 record and sitting in third place in the division, Dallas seems unable to escape its predicament of being stuck between tanking and trying to salvage the season.

Thursday’s matchup will see the Cowboys taking on a Giants team that appears to be in freefall. This game could serve as a critical juncture for both teams, potentially impacting draft positions and providing some clarity on the direction of their seasons. For the Cowboys and Giants, this Thanksgiving game will likely be a battle for more than just pride.