The Washington Commanders kept their momentum rolling in Week 9, completing a season sweep of the New York Giants with a hard-fought 27-22 win on the road. With the victory, Washington improved to 7-2 and maintained its grip on first place in the NFC East, staying just ahead of the 6-2 Philadelphia Eagles.
This wasn’t just another win — it felt like a statement. In recent years, the Giants, led by Daniel Jones, had often gotten the better of Washington. But this version of the Commanders is built different. Even without starting running back Brian Robinson, the team delivered when it mattered most.
Early Punch and Counter
Washington’s defense set the tone early. Dante Fowler knocked the ball loose from Daniel Jones, and Bobby Wagner recovered. The turnover led to a short three-play scoring drive, capped by a 1-yard TD pass from Jayden Daniels to Terry McLaurin. Just like that, it was 7-0.
The Giants responded with a grind-it-out 16-play drive that chewed up nearly 10 minutes. Chris Manhertz caught the game-tying touchdown, and New York’s commitment to the ground game was evident—they had 140 rushing yards by halftime.
But Washington wasn’t about to back down. Daniels led another strong drive, featuring a key 4th-and-1 conversion. Austin Ekeler capped it off with a short touchdown run. And with just seconds left in the half, Daniels found McLaurin again for his second score of the day, putting Washington up 21-7.
Giants Keep it Close, But Commanders Finish Strong
The Giants made it interesting in the second half. A long drive led to a field goal in the third quarter, and early in the fourth, Daniel Jones bulldozed into the end zone himself. A failed two-point try kept the score at 21-16.
But every time the Giants clawed back, the Commanders had an answer. Ekeler’s big 27-yard catch-and-run helped set up a Seibert field goal. Then Chris Rodriguez powered his way into scoring position, and another Seibert kick stretched the lead to 27-16.
New York made a last-ditch push and scored late, but Washington’s defense held firm to seal the win.
The Takeaway
This was a gutsy, physical road win. Daniels continues to impress with his composure and accuracy, McLaurin is in top form, and Washington’s fourth-down efficiency remains perfect — a wild 11-for-11 on the year.
The Commanders are not just winning — they’re building something. With half the season still to play, the rest of the NFC East should take notice.
McLaurin Strikes Twice as Commanders Complete Season Sweep of Giants
