The matchup between the New York Giants and Seattle Seahawks was supposed to be one of the bottom-feeders when the schedule came out. Instead, these are the two most surprising NFC teams. We’re diving into the best player prop bets, including Saquon Barkley, Kenneth Walker III, and Tyler Lockett.
We’re covering all sports betting aspects of this matchup, with lines courtesy of our friends at FanDuel Sportsbook. On top of grabbing these Giants and Seahawks player prop bets, I highly recommend grabbing your no-sweat first bet for Week 8 while you can.
Top Giants vs. Seahawks Player Props To Target
We’re using every tool at our disposal to make sharp prop bets for this NFC battle, including fantasy averages, player trends, and the best vig. Let’s dive into the top prop bets you can target.
Saquon Barkley Player Props: Anytime TD (-135)
With the Seahawks having one of the worst-four defenses in the NFL, we always want prop action on the other team’s best offensive player. There’s no question that’s Saquon Barkley for the Giants. Barkley is second in the NFL in rushing yards (726) and has four touchdowns on the year.
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Now is the perfect time to pad those touchdown numbers. This should be a sneaky-good offensive game for both units, and the Giants have a greater advantage on the ground than through the air. Even though Barkley hasn’t consistently been scoring each week, this game could become a high-scoring back-and-forth matchup.
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The beauty of this prop is it covers receiving touchdowns as well. In last week’s matchup between the Seahawks and Chargers, Austin Ekeler only had 31 rushing yards, but he scored once on the ground and again through the air. Relative to the other bets available for Barkley, this is the best value.
Daniel Jones Player Props: Under 1.5 Passing TDs (-245)
With only six passing touchdowns on the entire season and more games with zero touchdown passes than two, Jones’ under 1.5 passing scores line is almost a lock to hit. We’re sacrificing some of the return with this line compared to other options, but I’d rather take the more likely outcome than risk a variance prop like Jones’ rushing numbers. The Giants limit Jones’ red zone attempts on purpose.
The Seahawks have a young but long and aggressive cornerback group headlined by rookie Tariq Woolen. With the Giants down to Darius Slayton and Wan’Dale Robinson as their best options, it’s hard to fathom this offense suddenly becoming more aggressive with playcalling. Woolen is tied for the league lead with four interceptions.
Head coach Brian Daboll won’t reinvent the wheel this week. Jones has only 22 red zone pass attempts, which puts him above only Davis Mills and Ryan Tannehill among starters who have played in six or more games.
Tyler Lockett Player Props: Over 65.5 Receiving Yards (-115)
It’s time for a Tyler Lockett breakout performance. We knew Lockett would be hot-or-cold this year, as he plays with Geno Smith as his quarterback. Lockett has fit the bill, following up a three-week stretch with no less than 76 yards with a measly combined nine catches for 62 yards over the last two games.
The cold streak will end in Week 8 as D.K. Metcalf deals with a knee injury that will likely cause him to miss the game. Alongside Marquise Goodwin, the Seahawks will unleash two 180-pound speedsters who can cause havoc on this limited Giants secondary. Expect Lockett to thrive.
The Giants have performed very well against receivers, giving up the third-fewest fantasy points to the position this season. However, Lockett has a knack for always bucking the trend. I think Lockett gets closer to 100 yards than he does the under on this line.
Kenneth Walker III Player Props: Over 80.5 Rushing Yards (-115)
Talk about wonderful breakout stories. Walker was a favorite of mine throughout the 2021 college football season and 2022 NFL Draft process because he’s simply an excellent rusher. He’s a thoroughbred who has great balance, quickness, and vision.
We’ve seen all of his traits maximized over the last three weeks of action. With three consecutive games of 88 yards or more on the ground and a growing number of carries each week, Walker is establishing himself as the present and future of the Seahawks’ offense. The Giants have allowed the eighth-fewest fantasy points to running backs but haven’t been stingy in terms of yards.
In fact, rushers are averaging almost six yards per carry against the Giants. That means Walker should once again have a field day against a defensive front that has underperformed thanks to their linebacker play.