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NFL nightmare: Six-win team could win NFC East
Commanders beat Giants to make NFC East with six wins.
In brief
Commanders beat Giants to make NFC East with six wins. A six-win Washington Commanders team could win the NFC East division by beating the Giants, the first time an NFL team has won its division with six wins. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
NFC East showdown
The New York Giants host the Washington Commanders in an NFC East game Thursday night.
Commanders' current standing
Washington sits at 2-5-1, two games back of the Giants (5-2-1).
Six-win scenario
A six-win team could win the NFC East, the first time in NFL history.
Commanders' schedule
Commanders beat Giants, then Cardinals, Titans, and drop four straight before facing Cowboys.
Giants' schedule
Giants lose to Giants, Jaguars, Colts, 49ers, Seahawks, Browns, and Lions.
Cowboys' schedule
Cowboys lose to 49ers, Titans, Seahawks, Rams, and Jaguars before facing Giants.
Playoff implications
Six-win Commanders win NFC East, host wild-card game, and face two-win team.
What it means
A six-win Washington Commanders team could win the NFC East division by beating the Giants, the first time an NFL team has won its division with six wins.
