The Washington Commanders travel to MetLife Stadium on Thursday to face the New York Giants in a game that could reshape the NFC East race. New York enters at 5-2-1 and sits atop the division, while Washington arrives at 2-5-1 looking to salvage its season after dropping three of its last four. The Commanders vs Giants Thursday Night matchup also renews a rivalry from just five weeks ago, when the two teams played to a 27-27 overtime tie in Washington on Oct. 11.
New York has won two straight, including a 19-11 road victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Nov. 8, while Washington has alternated wins and losses over its last five outings. The Commanders beat the Eagles 27-10 on Nov. 2 before falling to the Los Angeles Rams 20-13 on Nov. 8.
Commanders Vs Giants Game Information
- Date: Thursday, Nov. 12
- Time: 8:15 p.m. ET
- Venue: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, N.J.
- TV/Streaming: Prime Video
- Weather: 52 degrees, 64% chance of precipitation
Commanders Outlook
Washington’s offense runs through quarterback Jayden Daniels, who has thrown for 1,250 yards and seven touchdowns while also rushing for 252 yards and two scores on the ground. The Commanders have the better turnover margin in this matchup at plus-7, built on just five giveaways in eight games compared to 12 takeaways by their defense.
Washington’s running game has been steady, averaging 118.3 yards per game and 4.5 yards per carry on the season. The red zone numbers tell a mixed story: the Commanders convert touchdowns on 52.38% of red zone trips, lower than New York’s 68.18% rate, which has left points on the field in some close contests.
Wide receiver Treylon Burks is out with a foot injury. Tight end Chig Okonkwo is listed as questionable with a hip issue, and defensive tackle Shy Tuttle is questionable with a shoulder injury. Guard Lucas Patrick is questionable after being evaluated for a concussion. Daniels is expected to start under center, with Stefon Diggs, who leads the team with 30 catches for 303 yards and five touchdowns, projected as the top target.
Giants Outlook
New York’s offense is led by quarterback Jameis Winston, who has completed 96 of 166 passes for 1,028 yards and eight touchdowns, though he has also thrown five interceptions. The Giants average 22.8 points per game and lead the league matchup in total offense at 349.6 yards per game.
Running back Devin Singletary has carried the ground game with 111 yards on 39 attempts, but the Giants will be without top rusher Cam Skattebo, who is out with a hamstring injury. Wide receiver Darnell Mooney is questionable with a chest injury, and fellow receiver Charlie Jones is questionable with a thumb injury, which could thin an already stretched receiving corps behind Malik Nabers, who has 53 catches for 648 yards.
Linebacker Abdul Carter is questionable with a knee injury, and linebacker Malik Harrison is questionable with a groin issue, both of which bear watching for a defense that has recorded 16 sacks on the season. Winston is expected to start, with Nabers projected as the primary read in the passing game.
Key Matchup
Washington’s defense, which has forced 12 takeaways compared to only five giveaways by its own offense, faces a Giants passing attack that has turned the ball over 12 times, including six interceptions thrown by Winston. If the Commanders can pressure Winston the way they did in generating 17 sacks this season, the turnover battle could tilt further in Washington’s favor.
On the other side, New York’s defense will try to slow Daniels, who accounts for both the Commanders’ top passing and rushing totals. Washington’s offensive line has allowed 20 sacks this season, fewer than the 27 the Giants’ line has surrendered, which could matter if New York’s pass rush looks to disrupt Daniels early.
Players To Watch
Jayden Daniels, QB, Commanders
Daniels leads Washington in both passing (1,250 yards, seven touchdowns) and rushing (252 yards, two touchdowns) this season, making him the focal point of the Commanders’ offense in every game plan.
Malik Nabers, WR, Giants
Nabers has caught 53 passes for 648 yards, the most on the Giants roster, and remains Winston’s primary target even as other pass catchers deal with injury questions.
Stefon Diggs, WR, Commanders
Diggs leads Washington with 30 receptions, 303 yards and five touchdowns, giving Daniels a reliable red zone target even as Burks remains sidelined.
What To Watch
New York sits atop the NFC East at 5-2-1 with a .688 winning percentage, while Washington is fourth in the division at 2-5-1. A Giants win would extend their division lead, while a Commanders victory would pull Washington back into the race and give them a season sweep tiebreaker edge after the earlier tie in Week 6.
The two teams’ prior meeting ended in a 27-27 overtime tie on Oct. 11, so neither side holds a season-series win yet. Thursday’s result will be the first decisive outcome between these two clubs this year.
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