The Washington Commanders opened their season by defeating the New York Giants 21-6 at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md., on September 7, 2025. The Commanders' Deebo Samuel scored in his debut for the team.

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels warms up before the first game of the season against the New York Giants at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md., on September 7, 2025. The Commanders defeated the Giants 21-6. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Giants Quarterback Russell Wilson prepares to make a play in the first quarter. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Commanders Tight End Zach Ertz (R) celebrates with wide Receiver Deebo Samuel after scoring the first touchdown of the game in the first quarter. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Commanders running back Jacoby Croskey-Merritt celebrates after scoring the second touchdown of the game. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson is brought down by Commanders Corner Back Marshon Lattiore during the first quarter. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Daniels runs the ball as Giants linebacker Brian Burns advances during the second quarter. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

The Giants' Graham Gano kicks a field goal during the second quarter. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Commanders safety Percy Butler celebrates a stopped third-down conversion attempt during the second quarter. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Samuel dives to score a touchdown in the fourth quarter. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Samuel celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the fourth quarter. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Commanders head coach Dan Quinn arrives on the field for warm-ups before the start of the game. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

A Commanders fan looks on during the game. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Daniels does an on-camera interview after winning the game. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Giants quarterback Jameis Winston speaks with Commanders cornerback Mike Sainristil after the game. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Daniels speaks with Wilson after the game. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI