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Commanders Soar Past Giants, Prepare for Packers Showdown
9 Sep
Summary
- Commanders dominated Giants in Week 1, winning 21-6
- Rookie QB Jayden Daniels shines, Deebo Samuel scores TD
- Commanders defense stifles Giants, allows just 6 points

The Washington Commanders kicked off the 2025 NFL season with a dominant 21-6 win over the New York Giants last Sunday. Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, the 2024 Offensive Rookie of the Year, continued his impressive play, throwing for 233 yards and rushing for 68 more without turning the ball over.
The Commanders' defense also shone, sacking Giants quarterback Russell Wilson twice and holding the Giants to just 3.7 yards per play. Newly acquired players like Deebo Samuel, Deatrich Wise Jr., and Javon Kinlaw made immediate impacts, with Samuel scoring a fourth-quarter touchdown to seal the victory.
Now, the Commanders set their sights on a primetime showdown with the Green Bay Packers in Week 2. The Packers, who also won their season opener, will provide a stiff test for the Commanders as they look to start the season 2-0 and cement their status as NFC contenders.