Jacory Croskey-Merritt ran for a touchdown, Jaylin Lane returned a punt 63 yards for another score and the Commanders beating the Giants 29-21 on Sunday.

The New York Giants rallied in the second half but fell short against the Washington Commanders, 29-21, in their eighth straight loss.

Snapping the eight-game losing streak provides relief, but the victory pushes GM Adam Peters down the board as he faces a roster overhaul.

In a game featuring the two worst teams in the NFC East, the Commanders' special teams unit made the difference.

The Giants have not played since losing 33-15 at New England on Dec. 1, though their late bye week gave quarterback Dart a chance to reset and interim coach Mike Kafka an opportunity to evaluate a team he took over on Nov. 10 after the team fired Brian Daboll.

Down 22-14 with the third quarter dwindling, the Giants had a drive moving well down the field. It was fueled by three consecutive first-down passes from quarterback Jaxson Dart to tight end Daniel Bellinger, which had the ball at the Washington 35-yard line.

In the latest disappointment at MetLife Stadium, the New York Giants suffered a 29-21 loss to the division-rival Washington Commanders in Week 15, dropping to 2-12 on the season and extending their league-worst eight-game losing streak.

The most severe conditions are expected on Sunday evening. While skies will clear, temperatures will plunge into the low 20s. The RealFeel temperature is forecast to drop to 7 degrees by 7 p.m. and as low as 4 degrees by 11 p.m.

The Washington Commanders are hoping to snap their eight-game losing streak as they take on the New York Giants in Week 15. The Commanders won't be at full stre