Commanders host Giants in Week 5 matchup at Northwest Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 11:03 AM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026

The Washington Commanders host the New York Giants on Sunday at Northwest Stadium in Week 5. The Commanders enter with a 1-3 record, while the Giants are 3-1 and leading the NFC East. The game is crucial for Washington, as a loss would drop them to 1-4 overall and 0-3 in the division. Injuries for the Commanders include star quarterback Jayden Daniels returning and wide receiver Stefon Diggs ruled out. Giants' Jameis Winston will continue under center amid fan uncertainty about his performance. Both teams have notable strengths and weaknesses heading into the game, and the weather could play a role with predicted rain conditions.
- •Commanders are 1-3; Giants lead NFC East at 3-1
- •Game takes place on October 8, 2026
- •Jayden Daniels returns; Stefon Diggs is out for Commanders
- •Jameis Winston leads Giants despite fan concerns
- •Weather may impact performance with rain expected.
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