Commanders defense secures 24-21 victory over Giants on Thursday Night Football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 5:35 AM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026

The Washington Commanders' defense played a critical role in a 24-21 victory against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on November 13. Defensive coordinator Daronte Jones called for aggressive blitzes throughout the game, especially during the final drive, which helped secure the win. Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels, though he threw two interceptions, led a crucial 71-yard drive capped by a touchdown pass to Stefon Diggs with just 49 seconds left. The Commanders improved their record to 3-5-1, while the Giants fell to 5-3-1, marking Washington's fifth consecutive win over New York. The Commanders will next host the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday Night Football in two weeks.
- •Commanders win 24-21 against Giants on November 13.
- •Daronte Jones called critical blitzes to close out the game.
- •Jayden Daniels threw two interceptions but led a decisive scoring drive.
- •The Commanders now have a 5-0-1 record against the Giants.
- •Washington will host the Cincinnati Bengals next.
- 5:35 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders DC Daronte Jones slams the door on the Giants on TNF
"The Commanders' defensive coordinator helped save the day on Thursday night.
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