New York vs. Buffalo

The Giants had an awful season last year, and I think that they have the mindset here to start a new clock, and get rid of the notion that this team is destined to struggle once again. The Giants' typical punishing running game did not exist a year ago, and Eli Manning became a turnover machine, despite otherwise putting up strong numbers. The Giants made significant upgrades to their secondary with Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie and Walter Thurmond, and should be vastly improved in that area. The Bills apparently have a long way to go, and their chances of improvement will rely on second year QB E.J. Manuel. The Bills' defense is now in the hands of Jim Schwartz, and he will make the switch from a 3-4 to a 4-3. I never liked him in Detroit as his teams tended to underachieve, so I think his hire as Defensive Coordinator is a mistake for the Bills. Buffalo has never showed up in Canton as they are winless in their three appearances. The Giants are only 2-11, but have won their last two trips to Canton. This will be the fifth NFL preseason meeting between these clubs, and the Giants own a 3-1 mark in the first four. Look for the Giants to take control of this one, so take the points on New York.