Madden 24: Our Week 1, 2023 NFL simulation results
Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants
Dak Prescott’s 10-game win streak against the New York Giants comes to an end as the Giants win a close Sunday Night matchup against divisional rival Dallas Cowboys. Coming off a massive extension, Giants’ QB Daniel Jones goes 16-26 for 194 yards, 2 TDs and 1 interception. But the Giants offense runs through Saqon Barkley who carries the ball 25 times for 209 yards and two TDs. For the Cowboys, Dak Prescott goes 18-25 for 290 yards, 1 TD and 1 interception, while Ceedee Lamb leads the way with 8 receptions for 144 yards. Tony Pollard carries the ball 12 times for 41 yards and a touchdown.
Madden 24 prediction: Cowboys 21, Giants 28
Buffalo Bills at New York Jets
The week caps off with a thrilling AFC East divisional game between the Buffalo Bills and the New York Jets. Making his debut for the Gang Green, Aaron Rodgers is relatively held in check, completing 21-35 for 271 yards, a touchdown and an interception. Despite all the drama this offseason in Buffalo, the connection between Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs remains strong. The veteran receiver catches 10 passes for 109 yards and a touchdown, while veteran tight end Dawson Knox adds 90 yards and two touchdowns. Josh Allen isn’t perfect (34-46, 326 yards, 3 TDs, 2 interceptions) but the Bills get the job done on Monday Night Football.
Madden 24 prediction: Bills 42, Jets 28
And that’s it for Week 1! Be sure to check back tomorrow for our complete season sim to see who Madden 24 predicts will win Super Bowl LVIII.