Daniel Jones throws for 0 yards in half as Giants lean on run

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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The New York Giants passing game was basically nonexistent in the first half Sunday against the Washington Commanders, to the point that quarterback Daniel Jones became the first player since at least 1978 to throw a touchdown while recording 0 passing yards in a half (minimum five pass attempts).

Jones' numbers at halftime of the Giants' 27-22 loss at MetLife Stadium: 4-of-6 passing for 0 yards with a touchdown and fumble lost.

The Giants were running the ball effectively in the first half, but they also didn't throw the ball downfield at all -- or even try -- while the Commanders built a 21-7 lead. Coach Brian Daboll said it was the…