# Commanders' game-tying gaffe ends Dan Quinn's coaching future

> Washington's 27-27 tie with New York Giants seals Dan Quinn's coaching exit.
- Title: Commanders' game-tying gaffe ends Dan Quinn's coaching future
- Summary: Washington's 27-27 tie with New York Giants seals Dan Quinn's coaching exit. Washington Commanders' 27-27 tie with New York Giants after Jayden Daniels'…
- Keywords: washington commanders, dan quinn, jayden daniels, new york giants, nfl, sudden death, game tie, coaching change, quarterback miscue, field goal, news, local
- Source: The Banner — https://thebanner.com/sports/commanders-nfl/jayden-daniels-dan-quinn-commanders-giants-tie-U6I55HTNBFBA7IMAZ6YWAJXADI
- Author: Kyle Goon
- Published: 2026-10-11T23:32:36.39+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: washington commanders, dan quinn, jayden daniels, new york giants, nfl, sudden death, game tie, coaching change, quarterback miscue, field goal, news, local
## Washington Commanders tie New York Giants
Washington and New York Giants ended in a 27-27 tie after sudden death.

> Leaving tonight with a tie feels like a loss
## Dan Quinn's coaching gamble
Quinn failed to call for a field goal kick from 41 yards out in sudden death.

> We were just trying to gain more [yards], we don’t need to
## Jayden Daniels' late miscue
Daniels' 38-yard scramble led to a game-tying touchdown but missed the field goal.

> ultimately, it falls on me
## Quinn's coaching crisis
Quinn admitted the team needed a field goal kick from 41 yards out in sudden death.

> That’s a scar that has to be permanent
## Daniels' performance
Daniels ran for two touchdowns despite five sacks and a brace over his left elbow.

> Tough times don’t last, tough people do
## Quinn's coaching future
Quinn's time as Washington head coach may end after this game-tying miscue.

> We just have to be better
## The tie's impact
The tie is the most embarrassing loss for Quinn's coaching career after Super Bowl LI.

> It was embarrassing, avoidable and hauntingly memorable
## Daniels' leadership
Daniels remains the biggest reason to think the Commanders will outlast this storm.

> We have a brotherhood in there, and if you’re rocking with each other, we’re going to stand by each other and weather the storm
## Quinn's coaching exit
Quinn's coaching future is at risk after this game-tying miscue.

> We just have to be better
## The end is near
The Commanders' 27-27 tie with New York Giants ends Dan Quinn's coaching tenure.

> Leaving tonight with a tie feels like a loss
## Key takeaway

Washington Commanders' 27-27 tie with New York Giants after Jayden Daniels' miscue ends Dan Quinn's coaching tenure.