Washington edged New York 24-21 in Thursday’s game, played today at 8:15 p.m. ET.
Washington held off the Giants 24-21, with New York unable to turn a 399-340 total-yards edge into the win. The Commanders’ 10-7 second quarter gave them a lead they maintained through the finish. J.J. McCarthy completed 23 of 36 passes for 293 yards and one touchdown, adding 34 rushing yards. Cam Skattebo had 78 rushing yards, 44 receiving yards on three catches and two touchdowns, while Isaiah Likely led the Giants with 127 receiving yards, nine receptions and one touchdown. Jayden Daniels completed 23 of 33 passes for 249 yards and three touchdowns, adding 28 rushing yards; Stefon Diggs caught six passes for 83 yards and a touchdown. Washington converted seven of 14 third downs to New York’s four of 12, while each defense recorded one sack and both teams committed two turnovers; the Giants threw one interception and Washington threw two. The Commanders also held a slight possession edge, 30:22 to 29:38, and made that difference count in a three-point win.
Key Performers
Jayden Daniels, Washington: 23/33, 249 passing yards, 28 rushing yards, 3 TD. J.J. McCarthy, New York: 23/36, 293 passing yards, 34 rushing yards, 1 TD. Cam Skattebo, New York: 78 rushing yards, 44 receiving yards, 3 catches, 2 TD.
Standings Impact
Based on the listed standings, Washington moves from 2-5-1 to 3-5-1, while New York falls from 5-2-1 to 5-3-1. The Giants were ranked third in the division; Washington was seeded 15th.
DYMA Insight
Washington won despite entering ranked 21st in the DYMA Power Index, four places behind New York at No. 17. The Commanders’ edge on third downs and possession helped offset the Giants’ 59-yard advantage in total offense.