Commanders rally past Giants on late Diggs touchdown
Rasul Douglas sealed Washington’s 24-21 victory with an interception after New York failed to protect its fourth-quarter lead.
Washington beat the Giants 24-21 on November 12, 2026, after Stefon Diggs delivered a 32-yard touchdown with just 57 seconds to play. The Commanders moved to 3-5-1, while New York’s record dropped to 5-3-1.
The decisive Washington drive took three plays and covered 71 yards. A 33-yard penalty for pass interference against Deonte Banks, covering Treylon Burks, helped set up the finish. New York’s final possession reached the Washington 48 before Rasul Douglas picked off J.J. McCarthy’s deep attempt to Malik Nabers with 25 seconds remaining.
Four lead changes marked the second half. Isaiah Likely’s 66-yard touchdown reception gave the Giants a 21-17 advantage with 8:13 to play. New York subsequently came up with two interceptions but could not use up the remaining time.
Jayden Daniels threw for 249 yards, completing 23 of 33 passes with three touchdowns and two interceptions. Diggs contributed six receptions totaling 83 yards; Antonio Williams and Ben Sinnott supplied Washington’s other touchdown catches.
McCarthy finished with 293 passing yards on 23 completions from 36 attempts, throwing one touchdown and one interception. Likely collected 127 yards across nine receptions, while Cam Skattebo rushed for two touchdowns and 78 yards on 18 carries. Despite gaining 399 yards to Washington’s 340, the Giants missed a field goal and turned the ball over twice.
