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NY Giants at Washington Commanders, NFL Week 5: News, injuries, analysis, more

The first-place New York Giants invade Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md. for an NFC East matchup with the 1-3 Washington Commanders on Sunday. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET. The Commanders appear likely to have quarterback Jayden Daniels back…

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 9:50 PM
NY Giants at Washington Commanders, NFL Week 5: News, injuries, analysis, more
Key Things to Know
  • The first-place New York Giants visit the Washington Commanders for an NFC East Week 5 matchup on Sunday.
  • Washington is favored by 3.5 points at home, despite entering the contest with a 1-3 record.
  • Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is expected to return after missing two games with an elbow injury.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The first-place New York Giants travel to Northwest Stadium to face the 1-3 Washington Commanders in an NFC East Week 5 matchup on Sunday. Despite holding a 3-1 record, the Giants open as 3.5-point road underdogs according to FanDuel Sportsbook. Washington expects starting quarterback Jayden Daniels to return to the lineup after missing two games with a dislocated left elbow.

New York enters the contest following consecutive last-second defensive victories featuring interceptions by Jevon Holland and Deonte Banks. The Giants have managed their division lead despite injuries to Jaxson Dart and Brian Burns, while Washington looks to rebound from a 30-13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts in London.

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