Cincinnati Bengals take on New York Giants on Sky Sports 1
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Monday 14 November 2016 23:26, UK
New York Giants host Cincinnati in the final game of week 10 on Monday night looking to build on a three-game winning streak.
Eli Manning and the Giants have turned a losing record into a winning one on the back of victories against the Eagles, the Rams and the Ravens - the win against Philadelphia last week came after a bye week too so they have their batteries recharged for a play-off push.
The Bengals are returning to action after their own bye week which followed a thrilling 27-27 draw at Wembley against the Redskins, but otherwise Cincinnati have just one win from their last four matches.
It's the first meeting between the teams since 2012 when the Bengals won 31-13 and it also promises to be a battle of the quarterbacks with both teams favouring a passing game and ranking in the top six for passing heading into the week 10 fixtures.
Quarterback Andy Dalton has yet to catch fire for the Bengals but the clash with the Redskins in week eight saw tight end Tyler Eifert playing a big part and alongside AJ Green, Dalton's options look improved as they aim to push on and challenge for a play-off place.
The Bengals currently sit behind the Ravens and Steelers in the AFC North but a win on Monday night would take them to the top of the division.
Manning's home form for the Giants will require some stopping. After moving into 9th spot on the all-time list for career passing last week, he is averaging more than 330 passing yards and two touchdowns in his past five games at MetLife Stadium.
With Victor Cruz questionable as he battles an ankle injury all eyes will again be on Odell Beckham Jnr as he looks to keep up the trend of a strong second half to his seasons. He returned from the bye week with a pair of touchdowns against the Eagles.
It could also be a breakthrough game for rookie running-back Paul Perkins, who has showed glimpses of his ability and head coach Ben McAdoo has hinted more game time is likely to be on the way as the Giants look to improve a running game that ranks last in the NFL.
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