The NFC East ended up being the best division in the entire NFL last season. And, it wasn’t because they had four good teams with winning records. No, it was because they had two teams in the NFC Championship game and the winner of that matchup went on to become Super Bowl champs. Yes, we’re talking about the Philadelphia Eagles.

The Eagles enter this season as the NFL betting favorites to win the division once again. However, the Washington Commanders are expected to be a real contender in the East just like they were last year.

The Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants have a number of question marks heading into the season. And, though they both made changes to their respective teams, neither is projected to make the Playoffs.

With that said, let’s take a look at the latest NFC East odds, courtesy of the top sports betting sites, and make our 2025-26 NFC East division predictions.

What Teams Are In The NFC East?

The following four NFL teams are in the NFC East:

• Dallas Cowboys: 25 division titles, last won in 2023
• New York Giants: 8 division titles, last won in 2011
• Philadelphia Eagles: 13 division titles, last won in 2024
• Washington Commanders: 9 division titles, last won in 2020

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NFC East Division

2025 Philadelphia Eagles Preview

• 2024-25 Offense: 29.0 ppg (5), 366.0 ypg (8), 58.33% RZ TDs (10)
• 2024-25 Defense: 18.1 ppg (1), 288.6 ypg (1), 1.9 TO (1)

Last season was a magical one for the Philadelphia Eagles as they won the NFC East, NFC Conference, and Super Bowl. Offensively, this team was a juggernaut as they added running back Saquon Barkley in the offseason. He turned this offense into a two-headed monster, and the no. 2 rushing attack in the league.

The Eagles didn’t really tweak their offense much this offseason. Instead, they seem to be running it back. And, why not? Opposing defenses couldn’t stop them once everyone was fully healthy. The Eagles could pass the ball with two elite receivers and they could run the ball with an MVP candidate.

I expect more of the same from this unit in the upcoming season. The one addition I am curious to see on offense is AJ Dillon as a backup running back. He could snatch some goal line carries and short yardage runs from Barkley or the tush push.

Defensively, this team came out of nowhere to become the best in the league. The sat at the top of the rankings for most major defensive categories. Unlike the offense, there was some departures on defense that could shake up the chemistry.

Brand Graham, Josh Sweat, Bryce Huff, James Bradberry, Avonte Maddox, Darius Slay and CJ Gardner-Johnson are all gone. However, Philly seems to have a direct pipeline to Alabama and Georgia players as they continue to draft extremely well by taking top-tier athletes from those schools.

The Eagles snagged one of the top linebackers in Jihaad Campbell from Alabama. They also got a sleeper in LB Smael Mondon Jr. from Georgia. They could have their Safety of the future after drafting Anrew Mukuba from Texas.

Bottom line, Philly is poised for another serious run at the Super Bowl this year. I challenge you to find a weakness with this team.

Philadelphia Eagles Win Total

• Over 11.5 (+100)
• Under 11.5 (-130)

The Philadelphia Eagles are bookend with tough games. This will determine where they finish in the NFC standings. Philly opens against Dallas, Kansas City, Los Angeles Rams, Tampa Bay and Denver. That’s five tough games right out the gate. I think they go 3-2 as they win their three home games, but lose at KC and Tampa.

The middle portion of their schedule is very winnable. They have two games against the Giants, the Vikings, Packers, Lions, Cowboys, Bears, Chargers and Raiders. I see a 7-2 record here at worst.

That’s 10-4 going into the final stretch of the season. This is where things could cost the Eagles’ bid at the no.1 seed. Philly plays Washington twice and at Buffalo over those final three weeks. I see a 1-2 stretch, unless they can sweep Washington.

At first glance, we’re looking at an 11-6 record for Philly. At best, they go 12-5 or 13-4. So, we have to ask is the value worth taking the Over when it’s going to be so close. To me, the answer is Yes. This is one of the best teams in the league.  

Bet: Over 11.5 (+100)

Will The Philadelphia Eagles Make The 2025-26 NFL Playoffs?

• Yes (-400)
• No (+300)

The Eagles are one of the largest favorites to make the Playoffs this season. As the defending Super Bowl champs, it’s hard to imagine a scenario where this team misses out on the postseason.

Only the Chiefs, Bills, Ravens and Lions have odds as large or larger than the Eagles to make the Playoffs. Yet, Philly is shaping up to be better than all of those teams. This is a resounding Yes.

Bet: Yes (-400)

2025 Washington Commanders Preview

• 2024-25 Offense: 28.8 ppg (6), 373.3 ypg (5), 63.41% RZ TDs (6)
• 2024-25 Defense: 24.9 ppg (9), 341.1 ypg (17), 1.2 TO (15)

The Washington Commanders greatly exceeded all expectations last season by making the Playoffs and going all the way to the NFC Championship game. Oh, by the way, they upset the Lions in Detroit during the Playoffs and also showcased one of the best young QBs in the league with Jayden Daniels.

Daniels helped turn the entire franchise around and lead the offense to a Top 6 ranking in most major categories. He’s the closest we’ve seen to Lamar Jackson, but is a better passer at this stage of his career than Jackson was.

With a franchise QB at the helm, the Commanders didn’t rest on their success from last year. Instead, they made some key offensive moves to improve this unit. Washington traded for Deebo Samuel from the 49ers and Laremy Tunsil from the Texans. They also drafted an OT in Josh Conerly Jr. out of Oregon.

So, this front office decided to add more top-notch talent to their offensive line in order to protect Daniels, and also gave him another weapon in WR Samuel. I do have a concern about the Terry Mclaurin situation as he’s demanding to be paid.

Washington’s defense was their weak link last year. In particular, their run defense. The pass unit finished 5^th in the league as they gave up 197.7 ypg. Unfortunately, the run unit was the 2^nd worst in the league as they gave up 143.4 ypg.

So, the Commanders went out and added Von Miller, Sheldon Day, and Javon Kinlaw to help the defensive line improve on last year’s numbers.

I’m very high on the Commanders and think they can challenge the Eagles in the NFC East. Whichever defense can play at the highest level, will win this division.

Washington Commanders Win Total

• Over 9.5 (-130)
• Under 9.5 (+100)

I think Washington will easily win at least 10 games this season. In fact, I see them getting out to a fast start by defeating the Giants, Packers, Raiders, Falcons, Chargers, Bears and Cowboys. Even if they stumble once, the Commanders will still start at least 6-1 or 5-2 on the season.

The second half of their schedule is where things get difficult. They face the Chiefs, Lions, Broncos, and Eagles twice. I see a 2-3 record at best here.

The other winnable games over the final stretch of the season are against Seattle, Miami, Minnesota, the Giants and the Cowboys.

I think Washington could challenge Philly with an 11-6 or 12-5 record this year. In fact, if Philly stumbles in any way, the Commanders will win the East

Bet: Over 9.5 (-130)

Will The Washington Commanders Make The 2025-26 NFL Playoffs?

• Yes (-150)
• No (+120)

There are some who think that the Commanders will take a step back in Jayden Daniels sophomore season. I am not one of those people. In fact, I think Daniels will be in the MVP discussions by time we reach December.

I am very high on the Commanders this year, largely due to their QB. He’s an exciting, young star on the rise and I believe he will make this team one of the best in the NFC.

The only question is whether or not the Commanders can return to the NFC Championship round. I have no doubt that they will make the Playoffs.

Bet: Yes (-150)

2025 Dallas Cowboys Preview

• 2024-25 Offense: 20.6 ppg (21), 327.5 ypg (17), 46.0% RZ TDs (31)
• 2024-25 Defense: 27.5 ppg (31), 355.2 ypg (28), 1.3 TO (13)

I’m not sure how anyone in Dallas can be confident about the upcoming season. Sure, they will be better than last year’s mark. But that was largely due to the injury to Dak Prescott. This year, their subpar record will be due to a lack of elite talent on defense and in the running game.

Dallas will lean on the pass, just like they’ve done the last few years. Adding George Pickens gives the Dallas Cowboys an elite 1-2 receiving combo with Lamb. Ferguson is also a solid tight end that will be a security blanket for Prescott.

Unfortunately, unless we see Miles Sanders or Javonte Williams find the fountain of youth, it’s hard to image this run offense crack the Top 20. Instead, it will end up a liability for the Dallas offense as they become one-dimensional and predictable.

Defensively, this team was one of the worst in the league last year. They gave up a ton of points and yards. I’m not seeing where they improved this side of the ball enough to even crack the Top 20.

When in a division against the Commanders and Eagles, Dallas needs a Top 10 defense to have a real shot. And, simply put, they do not.

I see another miserable season for the Cowboys as fans call for Jerry Jones to step down as a talent evaluator and hand over most of his roster responsibilities.  

Dallas Cowboys Win Total

• Over 8.5 (+120)
• Under 8.5 (-150)

Dallas wills how us how good or bad they are in the first half of the season. Over their first eight games of the season, the Cowboys play against the Eagles, Giants, Bears, Packers, Jets, Panthers, Commanders and Broncos. That’s a 3-5 record right there. And, that assumes they beat the Giants.

The second half of the season isn’t any easier. They play the Cardinals, Raiders, Eagles, Chiefs, Lions, Vikings, Chargers, Commanders and Giants. That’s a 5-4 record at best.

In short, I don’t see how Dallas finishes with a winning record this season. They will go 2-4 in the NFC East at best and they don’t have the defense to beat out other Wild Card contenders like the Bears and Cardinals. Take the Under for this prop bet.

Bet: Under 8.5 (-150)

Will The Dallas Cowboys Make The 2025-26 NFL Playoffs?

• Yes (+190)
• No (-240)

Many projections have the Cowboys finishing as a middling team near the .500 mark. For me, I have them at 9-8 at best and missing out on the Playoffs. While the passing game should be elite, they have an inferior running game and a defense that will be exploited. Jerry Land will be a sad place come late December once again.

Bet: No (-240)

2025 New York Giants Preview

• 2024-25 Offense: 16.1 ppg (31), 294.8 ypg (30), 43.1% RZ TDs (32)
• 2024-25 Defense: 23.4 ppg (20), 346.8 ypg (23), 0.9 TO (28)

The New York Giants were one of the most dysfunctional teams last year They were bad on defense, but absolutely dreadful on offense. The Giants’ offense finished in the bottom two for most major categories. They couldn’t score points or move the ball in most games.

So, their response was to go sign Russell Wilson in the offseason to play QB. Oh, they also added Jameis Winston for some comic relief when Wilson falters.

Drafting Cam Skattebo could give them another weapon on offense and help to improve their running game. Yet, I still have doubts about this offensive line. They were 22^nd in the run last year, and it’s hard to imagine they’re going to magically jump into the Top 10, or even come close.

With that said, I do like what the Giants have done on the defensive side of the ball. And, this is where they could steal a few games if the defense improves to the level that I think they can. Don’t be surprised if you see the G-Men near the Top 10 on the defensive side of the ball.

New York added Chauncey Goldston, Jeremiah Ledbetter, Paulson Adebo, and Jevon Holland to improve their defensive ranks. But drafting Abdul Carter out of Penn State, one of my favorite collegiate players, is going to make this defensive line terrifying.

Carter joins Dexter Lawrence, Brian Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux along the d-line. I expect the secondary to really thrive with opposing QBs under constant pressure.

I think the Giants are a season away from contending for a Wild Card spot. Unfortunately, I also see that meaning a losing season this year, and a pink slip to the head coach.

New York Giants Win Total

• Over 5.5 (+110)
• Under 5.5 (-140)

Until this offense proves that I can win games and score points, you have to assume they will be nearly as bad as last year. I see the Giants getting out to a miserable start this season as they play against the Commanders, Cowboys, Chiefs, Chargers, Saints, Eagles twice, Broncos and 49ers over the first half of the season. I wouldn’t be surprised if they were 2-7 after this stretch.

In the second half, they play the Bears, Packers, Lions, Patriots, Commanders, Vikings, Raiders and Cowboys. At best, they will go 3-5.

I don’t see how the Giants get six wins this season. So, I am hammering the Under 5.5 for their win total and looking towards the 2026-27 season for brighter days with this franchise.

Bet: Under 5.5 (-140)

Will The New York Giants Make The 2025-26 NFL Playoffs?

• Yes (+700)
• No (-1200)

The Giants are pegged to be one of the worst teams in the NFL. In fact, there are only two or three teams that have larger odds to miss the Playoffs than the Giants. The Saints are one of them.

I have a hard time seeing the Giants even getting to six wins on the season. I think this team lacks the leadership and high-end talent in key positions to really compete in the NFC East.

In fact, I see the coaches getting canned at the end of the season.

Bet: No (-1200)

NFC East Division Odds

• Philadelphia Eagles (-150)
• Washington Commanders (+225)
• Dallas Cowboys (+600)
• New York Giants (+3000)

I think it’s safe to say that most bettors are taking the Eagles as their NFL Pick to win the NFC East. This team is stacked on both sides of the ball and has the best offense in the division. In fact, they still have the best defense in the East, as well.

While the Commanders could make a run at Philly’s crown, the smart play to pick them to finish as runner up once again. Both the Giants and Cowboys are merely speedbumps for Philly and Washington in this year’s NFC East race. And, I like the Eagles to win that race.

Bet: Philadelphia Eagles (-150)

NFC East Exact Order Of The Division

There really isn’t much mystery to the NFC East this season. The Eagles should win the division once again, while the Commanders should finish as runner up. The Giants are favored to finish in last place, so that leaved third place for the Cowboys.

And, the reality is that these odds are spot on. Dallas has not done enough to catch up to Philly and Washington. They might flirt with a winning record this season, but it won’t be enough to displace either of those two teams. As for the Giants, I think they end up with a bad record and the entire coaching staff is fired after the season ends.

Bet: Eagles 1st (-150), Commanders 2nd (+150), Cowboys 3rd (+150), Giants 4th (-185)

NFC East Division Top 2 Finishing Position

• Philadelphia Eagles & Washington Commanders (-170)
• Philadelphia Eagles & Dallas Cowboys (+325)
• Washington Commanders & Dallas Cowboys (+750)
• Philadelphia Eagles & New York Giants (+1000)
• Washington Commanders & New York Giants (+2500)
• Dallas Cowboys & New York Giants (+7500)

I think that this prop bet is an obvious one. In fact, if you don’t pick the Eagles and Commanders to finish as the top two teams in the NFC East then you are either delusional or love to throw money away.

Philly and Washington have the best rosters in the NFC East, the best coaches, and the winning experience from last season. Plus, I really think Washington’s QB Daniels will be in the conversation for NFL MVP.

Bet: Philadelphia Eagles & Washington Commanders (-170)

NFC East Season Matchups

As of this writing, not all of the NFC East odds are available for the Series Matchups prop bets.

Philadelphia Eagles Series Matchups

I don’t see the Cowboys and Giants being much of a challenge for the Eagles or the Commanders. With that said, I think Philly will sweep Dallas and New York, while splitting with Washington. Both the Eagles and Commanders play against each other twice in the last three weeks.

Bet: 1-1 vs. Commanders (+125), 2-0 vs. Cowboys (NA), 2-0 vs. Giants (NA)

Washington Commanders Series Matchups

As mentioned above, the Commanders and Eagles play twice in the final three games of the regular season. I see these divisional rivals splitting those matchups. I also see Washington sweeping both the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants.

Bet: 1-1 vs. Eagles (+125), 2-0 vs. Cowboys (-120), 2-0 vs. Giants (-140)

Dallas Cowboys Series Matchups

I’m not sold on Dallas this year. I don’t see this team finishing with a winning record on the year. And, that’s in large part due to going 1-5 in the NFC East. Dallas isn’t good enough to beat Washington or Philadelphia. Additionally, I think they split with the Giants.

Bet: 0-2 vs. Commanders (+125), 0-2 vs. Eagles (NA), 1-1 vs. Giants (NA)

New York Giants Series Matchups

New York is a season away from being a good football team. I see more growing pains this year. However, they have some ingredients on both sides of the ball that will put them in line for a winning season in 2026-27.

With that said, I don’t see the Giants winning more than one game in the East this year, and that will be against the Cowboys.

Bet: 0-2 vs. Commanders (-140), 1-1 vs. Cowboys (NA), 0-2 vs. Eagles (NA)

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