Commanders' Daniels takes blame for botched final play in OT
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Key Points:
- The Washington Commanders failed to manage the clock properly in overtime against the New York Giants, resulting in a 27-27 tie instead of a potential game-winning field goal.
- Quarterback Jayden Daniels was tackled for no gain with eight seconds left and no timeouts remaining, preventing a final field goal attempt by kicker Drew Stevens.
- Coach Dan Quinn and players, including receiver Terry McLaurin, acknowledged the mistake as unacceptable and emphasized the need for better communication and execution in critical moments.
- The Commanders, now 1-3-1, had multiple chances to win, including holding a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter and forcing a fumble in overtime, but were undone by poor clock management.
- Giants coach John Harbaugh expressed amazement at the unusual ending, while Giants running back Cam Skattebo admitted his own fumble was costly but was relieved by the Commanders' final error.
