Commanders Take 12-3 Halftime Lead Over Giants in Washington

Washington took a 12-3 halftime lead over the New York Giants in Sunday's game in Washington after limiting the visitors to 70 total yards during the opening 30 minutes. The Giants struggled offensively as quarterback Jameis Winston lost a fumble, while Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt scored on a 33-yard touchdown run. According to NBC Sports, linebacker K'Lavon Chaisson sacked Winston late in the second quarter, forcing the fumble.

Tim Settle recovered the ball, and Drew Stevens converted his second field goal of the half to extend Washington's advantage to nine points. Winston completed 7 of 16 passes for 72 yards before halftime, according to the game report. He was sacked twice in wet conditions as New York struggled to establish its passing and running games.

The Giants also gave J.J. McCarthy an opportunity on one play in the first quarter. His pop pass resulted in a five-yard loss, but a facemask penalty against Washington erased the negative yardage.

Washington established its early advantage on the opening possession through Croskey-Merritt's 33-yard touchdown run. The running back recorded seven carries for 50 yards in the first half, although Stevens missed the extra point following the score. Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels returned to action after dislocating his left elbow in Week 2. He completed two passes for 34 yards during the touchdown drive that opened the game and finished the half with six completions on 11 attempts for 85 yards, according to NBC Sports.

Daniels also recorded five rushing attempts and was sacked twice during the first half. The game report noted no apparent signs of problems with his left elbow during his return.