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Giants-Commanders matchup: When the Giants have the football

The 3-1 Giants travel to Washington to play the 1-3 Commanders, who will receive starting quarterback Jayden Daniels back. The 2024 Rookie of the Year is returning from a dislocated left elbow. Washington is favored by three-and-a-half points, and the…

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 3:10 PM
Giants-Commanders matchup: When the Giants have the football
Key Things to Know
  • Nick Falato analyzes how the New York Giants' offense matches up against the Washington Commanders' defense.
  • The 3-1 Giants enter the road divisional clash as 3.5-point underdogs against the 1-3 Commanders.
  • Washington's defense has allowed the sixth-fewest rushing yards per game but surrendered 11 passing touchdowns.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The New York Giants travel to face the Washington Commanders in an NFC East matchup, with writer Nick Falato analyzing how the Giants' offense can attack Washington's defense. The 3-1 Giants face a 1-3 Washington team that is favored by 3.5 points and expected to regain starting quarterback Jayden Daniels following an elbow injury. Washington's defense ranks sixth against the run but is tied for the most passing touchdowns surrendered this season.

Falato highlights that the Giants utilize heavy personnel sets at a 62% rate with starting quarterback Jameis Winston. The writer argues New York should incorporate misdirections and jet sweeps while targeting favorable matchups involving Malik Nabers, Malachi Fields, and Isaiah Likely against Washington's depleted secondary. Falato predicts the Giants will secure a 20-16 road victory over the Commanders.

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