In a disappointing 21-18 loss to the Washington Commanders, the New York Giants faced critical issues, particularly after kicker Graham Gano was sidelined with a hamstring injury early in the game. This left the team without a backup kicker, leading to missed scoring opportunities and a reliance on a series of failed conversions. Despite a solid defensive performance in the red zone, allowing no touchdowns, the Giants struggled on third downs, permitting seven conversions that contributed to their defeat. Rookie Malik Nabers had a standout performance with 10 catches for 127 yards and a touchdown, but a crucial drop late in the game cost the Giants a chance at a game-winning drive. The Giants' defense, while showing some resilience, ultimately failed to contain rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, who made key plays to secure the win for the Commanders. The defeat leaves the Giants as the only winless team in the NFC East, raising serious questions about their performance moving forward.