Jayden Daniels and Commanders settle for 27-27 tie with Giants after botching final play of OT

Landover, Md. (AP) — Jayden Daniels intended a desperate scramble in the final moments of overtime, but Washington fell short after their final play, resulting in a 27-27 draw against the New York Giants. Both teams made critical errors in the extra period, leading to the tied outcome. In the fourth quarter, Jameis Winston guided a resilient comeback for the NFC East-leading Giants, culminating in two 17-yard touchdown catches, one by Isaiah Likely and another by Malik Nabers.

Winston delivered an impressive performance with 326 passing yards and three touchdowns. Daniels showcased his versatility, contributing 199 passing yards and rushing for 103 yards and two touchdowns while rehabilitating a dislocated elbow for the first time since Week 2. On a wet and gloomy day at Northwest Stadium, the Giants struggled offensively in the first half but found their rhythm in the final quarter.

However, they also committed numerous mistakes that proved costly. New York's kicking struggles proved a significant setback, as Dominic Zvada converted only two of his five field-goal attempts. Meanwhile, the Giants' defense failed to contain Daniels, who rushed for two touchdowns in the second half. Despite the Giants' rally led by Winston and his star receivers, Washington had one final opportunity to win in regulation, but their drive stalled short of the end zone.

The Commanders' day began on a high note, with a four-play drive featuring two passes by Daniels, a scramble, and a 33-yard touchdown run by Jacory Croskey-Merritt. Washington's Drew Stevens missed the extra point, and the Giants trailed 12-3 at halftime. Injuries plagued both teams, with Giants' RT Jermaine Eluemunor suffering a left calf injury and CB Colton Hood being removed due to a potential concussion late in the third quarter.

S Tyler Nubin also left the game in the fourth quarter with a neck injury. Washington's WR Terry McLaurin, who missed last week's game due to a hamstring injury, returned and finished with four catches for 62 yards.