I think there are several reasons the New York Giants lost 21-18 to the Washington Commanders on Sunday.
- They lost because they decided to risk not elevating rookie placekicker Jude McAtamney from the practice squad with Graham Gano entering the game with a finicky groin. That backfired, ultimately costing the Giants at least five points, when Gano pulled a hamstring on the opening kickoff.
- They lost because the defense was atrocious. The Commanders scored on every possession, with every drive lasting at least nine plays. The Giants will point to “bend, don’t break” with Washington not scoring any touchdowns.