The Giants faced off against the Washington Commanders on Thursday night, holding on to coach John Harbaugh’s strategy of aiming for a 1-0 record each week. After a tie in Week 5, Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers saw the rematch as significant. Yet, this time, Washington secured a 24-21 victory in a game that wasn’t tied, providing a key win in the NFC East.
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J.J. McCarthy made his debut home start for the Giants since his late-September trade from Minnesota. The quarterback, who played college football at Michigan with Jim Harbaugh, tallied one touchdown and one interception. On Thursday night, McCarthy passed for 293 yards, his career high, despite a recent right hip injury incurred in a game against the Philadelphia Eagles. He returned to that clash and contributed to a 19-11 victory in Week 9.
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels delivered three touchdowns despite two interceptions at MetLife Stadium, keeping Washington competitive in the NFC East. Daniels’ passes were intercepted by Jevon Holland on the 208th attempt and Ar’Darius Washington on the 211th, which appeared to cost the Commanders as McCarthy connected with Isaiah Likely for a crucial 66-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter.
The Giants struggled to control the ball on the ground, leading to repeated punts and granting Daniels more chances with possession. One humorous moment saw Jameis Winston attempting a hard count with “Who Let the Dogs Out” but failed to draw an offsides penalty.
The Commanders’ victory places them two games behind the division-leading Giants, with a tiebreaker advantage from the previous tie. Next up, the Commanders are set to host the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night in Week 11, while the Giants face the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday.
The Associated Press contributed to this report. Chantz Martin writes for Fox News Digital.
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