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Giants Tie Commanders in Wild Week 5 Game

Giants quarterback Jameis Winston comments on tie game against Commanders.

New York Editorial News Desk October 11, 2026 1 min read

The Brief

  • Giants and Commanders ended Week 5 game in 27-27 tie after overtime.
  • Winston praised team's perseverance and expressed gratitude for the tie.
  • Cam Scattebo fumbled late in overtime, but Giants avoided loss.

Jameis Winston, quarterback for the New York Giants, spoke about the team's 27-27 tie with the Washington Commanders in Week 5. The game ended in a tie after a chaotic overtime period.

Winston expressed gratitude for the tie, calling it the first such game he had been a part of. He emphasized the team's ability to improve and focus on positives despite the outcome.

The Giants had a chance to win in overtime but failed when running back Cam Scattebo fumbled the ball. However, the Commanders also missed an opportunity to secure a win when quarterback Jayden Daniels ran out the clock instead of making a play.

Winston said he was not upset with Scattebo and hoped the team could learn from the game. He reiterated the importance of teamwork and moving forward despite the tie.

The Giants remain atop the NFC East with a 3-1-1 record through five weeks. They are positioned as the strongest team in their division, with the Eagles, Cowboys, and Commanders struggling early in the season.

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