Arvell Reese, John Harbaugh dominating awards odds as Giants grab stranglehold of NFC East

The New York Giants have firmly established themselves as the frontrunners in the NFC East, following a decisive victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. This marked the Giants' first win in Philadelphia since 2013, giving them a commanding 5-2-1 record at the half-season mark, and putting them clearly in first place in a typically weak division.

Oddsmakers have been closely watching the Giants' resurgence under new head coach John Harbaugh, who has emerged as the favorite to win the prestigious Coach of the Year award. Harbaugh currently enjoys +100 odds to secure the accolade, according to BetOnline.

A similar story emerges when focusing on Giants linebacker Arvell Reese, who has also been a standout this season. As the NFL's favorite at +100 odds to win the Defensive Rookie of the Year award, Reese is currently ahead of New York Jets' standout David Bailey at +250 odds.

Both Harbaugh and Reese have been instrumental in the Giants' turnaround this year. Despite facing a less competitive schedule, the Giants' wins have been impressive, aided by the fact that the NFC East is currently filled with struggling teams. The Eagles have fallen apart due to injuries, the Washington Commanders have regressed significantly, and the Dallas Cowboys remain, well, the Dallas Cowboys.

The Giants are set to extend their lead in the division on Thursday evening when they host the Commanders at home, kicking off at 8:15 pm ET.