Commanders and Giants play to wild 27-27 tie after late mistakes
Washington and New York ended their game tied at 27 after an overtime filled with missed opportunities and turnovers. Jayden Daniels returned to the starting lineup and ran for two touchdowns as Washington took a 27-13 fourth-quarter lead, but Jameis Winston threw three scoring passes to help the Giants rally. A missed Giants field goal and a late New York fumble prevented either team from winning, giving the 2026 NFL season its first tie.
Washington and New York, NFC East rivals, met on a wet day at Northwest Stadium. Jayden Daniels returned as Washington’s starter and ran for two scores, including a 38-yarder and a 26-yarder, helping build a 27-13 fourth-quarter advantage. Jameis Winston then threw three touchdown passes, with strikes to Isaiah Likely and Malik Nabers helping New York level the score at 27.
In overtime, Giants rookie Dominic Zvada missed a 46-yard field goal, his third miss. Cam Skattebo’s fumble gave Washington another chance, and Dyami Brown recovered his own fumble to extend a punt. Drew Stevens had made both field goals. But Washington, out of timeouts, failed to spike the ball in time, ending the game.
This outcome may sharpen scrutiny of late-game clock management and overtime rules among coaches, players, officials, and fans. Viewers could feel frustration or amusement, while the league may review procedures and training around situational football. For Washington, the final sequence might affect confidence and public criticism; for New York, missed kicks and a turnover could shape perceptions. The primary impact remains within the sport.