The countdown to kickoff is officially on for the New York Giants, and their 2025 season opener is already making headlines. The NFL announced Monday that John Harbaugh's debut as Giants head coach will be a primetime showdown against the Dallas Cowboys—a familiar and fiery NFC East rivalry that fans know all too well.

Mark your calendars for Week 1's "Sunday Night Football," set for September 7 at MetLife Stadium. The game kicks off at 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC, giving Giants faithful a prime-time home opener to rally behind. It's the eighth time in the last 15 seasons that these two teams have squared off in Week 1, a tradition that adds extra spice to the start of the season.

For Harbaugh, this is more than just a debut—it's a statement opportunity. Taking on the Cowboys under the lights in East Rutherford sets the tone for a new era. The Giants will enjoy an extra home game this year, playing nine contests at MetLife Stadium since they won't host any international matchups. However, there's still a chance they could travel overseas, with potential games against the Detroit Lions in Germany or the Washington Commanders in the United Kingdom, pending the full schedule release.

The NFL will unveil the complete regular season slate on Thursday, May 14, so stay tuned for more details. For now, Giants fans can gear up for a classic rivalry clash to kick off the Harbaugh era—perfect timing to stock up on your game-day gear.