The Washington Commanders earned a dramatic 24-21 victory over the New York Giants on Thursday night, a result that could prove important in the NFC East race.
Washington trailed 21-17 in the fourth quarter after quarterback Jayden Daniels threw interceptions on consecutive drives. The Commanders’ defense then stopped New York, giving the offense one more opportunity. Daniels led a drive downfield and connected with wide receiver Stefon Diggs for a 32-yard touchdown, putting Washington ahead.
The Giants moved the ball to midfield on their final possession, but cornerback Rasul Douglas intercepted quarterback J.J. McCarthy to seal the win.
## Magic Johnson Praises the Commanders’ Performance
Commanders minority owner Magic Johnson, who joined the organization in 2023, celebrated the result after the game.
“Much needed 24-21 win over the NY Giants by my @Commanders! The late go-ahead TD by our quarterback Jayden Daniels to Stefon Diggs kept us in the game and the interception by Douglas sealed the win,” Johnson posted on X.
Daniels completed 23 of 33 passes for 249 yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions. He also ran 11 times for 28 yards. Diggs led Washington’s receivers with six catches for 83 yards and a touchdown.
## What the Win Means for Washington
The victory moved Washington closer to New York in the NFC East standings and gave the Commanders the tiebreaker over the Giants. Washington is 3-5-1, while New York is 5-3-1, leaving the Commanders two games behind the division leaders.
Washington’s next game is scheduled for Monday night in Week 11, when the Commanders will host the Cincinnati Bengals at Northwest Stadium.
