This afternoon marks a pivotal moment as one team is set to break free from a lengthy losing streak.
At 4:05 PM ET today, the struggling 2-13 New York Giants, under the guidance of Jackson Dart, will head to Las Vegas to face the equally faltering 2-13 Raiders, led by Geno Smith.
As of now, both teams share a disappointing nine-game losing streak. It’s been tough to watch, with many games decided by narrow margins—a mix of frustrating plays and occasional moments that might even draw a chuckle.
In their most recent match, the Giants lost a close game 16-13 against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium. Although the score was tight, Dart couldn’t quite finish the comeback for his team, suffering a crucial sack on a fourth down in the final moments.
“I think there were probably some opportunities earlier on where we could have made better decisions,” he reflected.
Meanwhile, the Raiders put up a fight in the first half during their recent matchup against the Chargers, ultimately falling 31-14. Unfortunately for them, things spiraled in the second half, leading to yet another defeat.
Finally, it’s certain that one of these teams will clinch a win this weekend—unless, of course, they end up in a tie like Green Bay and Dallas did not too long ago.
Curious how this clash of the downtrodden will unfold?
Here’s a quick rundown on how to watch the Giants vs. Raiders game today.
Giants vs. Raiders start time:
The game is scheduled to kickoff at 4:05 p.m. ET on December 28.
How to watch Giants vs. Raiders for free:
If you’re without cable, a variety of live TV streaming services offer options to catch the game.
I personally find DIRECTV to be a solid pick for watching live football without charge. Their five-day free trial includes FOX, along with many other channels needed for the NFL season. After the trial, it’s available starting at $49.99 per month for over 90 live channels.
Sling TV also provides an economical way to catch NFL games, with plans starting at $19.99 per month that include FOX.
