2024 REWIND: Week 9 - Commanders sweep Giants and retain first place in NFC East
Briefly

In a tightly contested matchup, the Washington Commanders defeated the New York Giants 21-18, relying entirely on kicker Austin Seibert, who successfully kicked 7 field goals. The Commanders, with a strong record of 6-2, faced a struggling Giants team desperate for a win to turn around their season after losing three straight. Historically, Washington had faced challenges against the Giants, but this season felt different as they pushed for NFL playoff contention amidst a revived team spirit. The game held significant implications for both teams in the NFC East standings.
The Commanders' new kicker, Austin Seibert, emerged as an MVP early in the season by kicking 7 field goals in a game against the Giants.
This game marked a significant turn for Washington, revealing a new team dynamic and moving past previous struggles against the Giants and their quarterback, Daniel Jones.
Washington's recent success at 6-2 has positioned them as strong contenders in the NFC East, while the struggling Giants faced a difficult road ahead.
A victory in Week 9 was seen as crucial for the Giants to salvage their season, making this matchup incredibly significant for both teams.
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