New York Giants vs Washington Commanders Player of Game
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In a game featuring the two worst teams in the NFC East, the Commanders' special teams unit made the difference.
The Washington Commanders visit the New York Giants in Week 15 in a meeting of historic proportions -- and not good ones. Washington enters on an eight-game losing streak, while New York has lost seven straight.
After a pair of benchings in recent weeks, New York Giants rookie Abdul Carter recommitted himself and responded with a "statement" game in Week 15.
Interim defensive coordinator Charlie Bullen stated that Carter responded well with a good week of practice, and Bullen said the rookie had a “new commitment to the process.” Carter substantiated Bullen’s glowing comments with this performance in Week 15: Carter made critical plays late in the fourth quarter that gave the Giants a real opportunity to win — including a key strip-sack and a late fumble recovery that set up a final chance to tie the game in what had otherwise been a disappointing loss.
The SportsLine Projection Model is backing the Commanders on the spread and money line in this game. Washington covers in 51% of simulations and wins in 46% of them. The Over on 46.5 hits in 52% of simulations.