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New York Giants Defense vs Running Backs

Fantasy matchup analysis — how many points the Giants allow to running backs. Updated through the 2025 season. Use this to identify streamers and make start/sit decisions.

11.3
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to running backs
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs RB
91
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs Giants

Players who have historically scored most against the New York Giants defense:

#1 Target 🎯
Saquon Barkley
PHI
22.9
avg pts vs Giants (3 games)
#2 Target
Javonte Williams
DAL
16.7
avg pts vs Giants (4 games)
#3 Target
Tank Bigsby
PHI
15.1
avg pts vs Giants (3 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games running backs faced the New York Giants (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2026 Wk7 Woody Marks
HOU
9.1
S2026 Wk6 CJ Donaldson
NO
1.9
S2026 Wk6 Alvin Kamara
NO
14.9
S2026 Wk6 Kendre Miller
NO
9
S2026 Wk5 Jacory Croskey-Merritt
WAS
14.2
S2026 Wk5 Austin Ekeler
WAS
2.4
S2026 Wk5 Rachaad White
WAS
3
S2026 Wk4 Jeremiyah Love
ARI
6.5
S2026 Wk4 Tyler Allgeier
ARI
12.9
S2026 Wk3 Tony Pollard
TEN
13.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the New York Giants defense good or bad for fantasy running backs?
The New York Giants allow an average of 11.3 fantasy points per game to running backs, ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (91 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which running backs should I start against the New York Giants?
Historically, running backs who have scored most against the New York Giants: Saquon Barkley (22.9 avg pts in 3 games), Javonte Williams (16.7 avg pts in 4 games), Tank Bigsby (15.1 avg pts in 3 games). Connect your league to PlayCaller for a roster-specific verdict.
How do I use defense vs position data in fantasy football?
Defense vs position (DVP) data shows how many fantasy points a team has historically allowed to a specific position. High avg pts allowed = easy matchup. Low avg pts allowed = tough matchup. Use it as a tiebreaker when deciding between two similarly-ranked players with different matchups.

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