Big Blue Disappointment: Giants Fall to Commanders 24-21

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — The New York Giants were unable to stay “white hot” on “White Out” night at MetLife Stadium.

In spite of taking a 21-17 lead deep into the fourth quarter, the Giants unusually found themselves on the wrong end of a one-score game, dropping their Week 10 matchup to the Washington Commanders by a final score of 24-21.

Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy, making his first home start as a member of Big Blue, completed 23 passes for 293 yards, one touchdown and one game-sealing interception which handed the victory to Washington. Running back Cam Skattebo rushed for 78 yards and two touchdowns.

With the loss, the Giants fall to 5-3-1 on the season, while failing to earn their first victory over the Commanders at home since Week 7 of the 2023 season.

Game Summary

First Half

Given the dismal weather conditions, it came as little surprise that the first points of the night were earned via field goal. While a 33-yard misfire from rookie kicker Dominic Zvada would have given the Giants an early 3-0 lead, Washington would be the first to light the MetLife Stadium scoreboard in Week 10. The Commanders traveled 49 yards on 11 plays, culminating in a 46-yard field goal from rookie Drew Stevens.

The Giants responded by taking 7:48 off the clock, in a 16-play, 72-yard series for the game’s first touchdown. The drive was highlighted by an 11-yard run for McCarthy on 2nd-and-10 at the 50. After a defensive pass interference call gave New York the ball at the Commanders 1-yard line, Skattebo rushed into the end zone for six points. Zvada’s extra point gave the Giants a 7-3 lead.

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Still, Washington had one quick strike left in their arsenal to close the second quarter. Quarterback Jayden Daniels led the Commanders on a nine-play, 67-yard drive, bolstered by a 30-yard completion to veteran receiver Stefon Diggs. Tight end Ben Sinnott caught a one-yard pass for the score, giving Washington a 10-7 lead at halftime.

Nov 12, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) runs for a touchdown during the second half against the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Second Half

Although the Commanders had the ball to begin the second half, the Giants struck the scoreboard first. McCarthy engineered a five-play, 55-yard drive, highlighted by a 25-yard completion to rookie receiver Malachi Fields. On 2nd-and-3 from the Washington 13, Skattebo took right lane into the end zone for his second rushing touchdown of the night. Following Zvada’s extra point, the Giants had reclaimed the lead 14-10.

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The Commanders, however, did not yield the lead for long. On the ensuing drive, Daniels led his team 77 yards on six plays, buyoed by a 24-yard pass to Sinnott to open the series. The 2024 Offensive Rookie of the Year capped the drive with a 31-yard strike to receiver Antonio Williams to put Washington back on top 17-14.

New York showcased its potential for explosive plays in the passing game on their third scoring drive of the night. McCarthy needed just three plays to complete the 69-yard drive. The Giants starter connected with tight end Isaiah Likely for a 66-yard gem, giving Big Blue a 21-17 lead (after Zvada’s extra point) with 8:13 left in the fourth quarter.

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Washington had two potential scoring drives thwarted by New York’s defensive backfield. Daniels, who had not thrown an interception this season, tossed pick on two consecutive series to safeties Jevon Holland and Ar’Darius Washington respectively.

Yet, the Commanders were not about to go gentle into the good New Jersey night. Essentially spotted 33 yards on a defenisve pass interference penalty on Giants’ cornerback Deonte Banks, Daniels led his team to the end zone on a 32-yard pass to Diggs for the score. Stevens’ extra point gave Washington a 24-21 lead with less than one minute remaining.

Despite beginining their final drive with a 21-yard completion from McCarthy to Fields, the Giants were unable to make the necessary late-game magic to earn the victory. While attempting to find Nabers deep over the middle, McCarthy’s pass was intercepted by Commanders’ defender Rasul Douglas to preserve the 24-21 win for Washington.

Injury Report

Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux was shaken up in the fourth quarter after making a shoestring tackle on Commanders running back Rachaad White. He was able to get up and walked to the sidelines under his own power.

Blue Notes

In spite of the inclement weather forcing both teams off the field during pregame warmups, the Giants donned their "Vintage White" uniforms in Week 10. The end zones replicated those that appeared in the 1980s and '90s. Several fans followed suit by wearing white to "White Out" MetLife Stadium.

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NFC East Forecast

The Dallas Cowboys (4-5) will host the San Francisco 49ers (7-1) at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Nov 15. Kickoff is set for 4:25 p.m. ET.

The Philadelphia Eagles (2-7) are on their bye in Week 10. They will host the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, Nov. 22 for a Week 11 matchup at Lincoln Financial Field.

What’s Next?

The Giants will remain within the friendly confines of MetLife Stadium as they welcome the Jacksonville Jaguars for a Week 11 showdown. Kickoff is set for 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday, Nov. 22, in East Rutherford.

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