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Giants Tie Commanders 27-27 in Week 5
Giants and Commanders trade touchdowns in overtime to end Week 5 tied 27-27.
In brief
Giants and Commanders trade touchdowns in overtime to end Week 5 tied 27-27. Giants and Commanders tie 27-27 in Week 5 with Giants offense improving late in game. Originally reported by New York Giants On SI.
Game Result
The New York Giants tied the Washington Commanders 27-27 in Week 5.
Offense Grade
Offense: B.
Offense Numbers
The Giants outgained the Commanders 408 to 378 in net yards. Big Blue was also 3-for-3 in the red zone, while Washington was 0-for-1.
Quarterback Performance
Jameis Winston started shaky with 7-of-16 completions for 72 yards and no touchdowns. He improved to 21 of 28 for 211 yards and three touchdowns in the second half.
Receiving Stats
Malik Nabers caught 11 for 20 targets in his second straight 100-yard game. Tight end Isaiah Likely caught 11 of 13 targets, including all three on third down.
Running Game Issue
The Giants' running game struggled with an average of 3.7 yards per carry, and Cam Skattebo lost a fumble in overtime.
Defense Grade
Defense: B-.
Quarterback Impact
Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels accounted for 103 of the team’s 202 rushing yards and two touchdowns on the ground.
Pass Rush
The Giants added five sacks to their season total with no touchdowns allowed by coverage.
Special Teams Grade
Special Teams: C+.
Kicker Performance
Rookie kicker Dominic Zvada missed three of five field goals, all from at least 45 yards out.
Return Work
Charlie Jones had a solid day with 26.0 average on kickoffs and 13.0 average on punts.
Coaching Grade
Coaching: B-.
Coaching Decisions
The Giants didn’t call for a spy on Jayden Daniels, who rushed for two touchdowns including a 38-yarder.
The key point
Giants and Commanders tie 27-27 in Week 5 with Giants offense improving late in game.
