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Giants PFF grades: Best and worst performers from loss vs. Commanders

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Giants PFF grades: Best and worst performers from loss vs. Commanders

Sep 15, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) celebrates with teammates after catching a touchdown pass in the first half against the Washington Commanders at Commanders Field. Mandatory Credit: Luke Johnson-Imagn Images

The New York Giants made NFL history in an ugly 21-18 loss to the Washington Commanders on Sunday at Northwest Stadium, dropping their record to 0-2 for the 10th time out of the past 12 seasons.

The offensive performance was mildly inspiring but that was about it. The defense was gashed, the special teams unit was plagued by injuries, and the coaching and personnel decisions left much to be desired.

Here’s a look at the best and worst performers, courtesy of PFF, from the Week 2 loss.

Top 5 offense

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Malik Nabers #1 of the New York Giants runs with the ball during the first quarter against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)LANDOVER, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Malik Nabers #1 of the New York Giants runs with the ball during the first quarter against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – SEPTEMBER 15: Malik Nabers #1 of the New York Giants runs with the ball during the first quarter against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

Bottom 5 offense

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JANUARY 07: Darius Slayton #86 of the New York Giants runs the ball for a touchdown during the second quarter in the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium on January 07, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JANUARY 07: Darius Slayton #86 of the New York Giants runs the ball for a touchdown during the second quarter in the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium on January 07, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – JANUARY 07: Darius Slayton #86 of the New York Giants runs the ball for a touchdown during the second quarter in the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium on January 07, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Top 5 defense

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Micah McFadden #41 of the New York Giants takes the field prior to a game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)LANDOVER, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Micah McFadden #41 of the New York Giants takes the field prior to a game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – SEPTEMBER 15: Micah McFadden #41 of the New York Giants takes the field prior to a game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Bottom 5 defense

Sep 15, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants safety Jason Pinnock (27) tackles Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (8) in the second half at Commanders Field. Mandatory Credit: Luke Johnson-Imagn ImagesSep 15, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants safety Jason Pinnock (27) tackles Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (8) in the second half at Commanders Field. Mandatory Credit: Luke Johnson-Imagn Images

Sep 15, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants safety Jason Pinnock (27) tackles Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (8) in the second half at Commanders Field. Mandatory Credit: Luke Johnson-Imagn Images

Top 5 special teams

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JUNE 06: Theo Johnson #47 of the New York Giants puts on his helmer during New York Giants OTA Offseason Workouts at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on June 06, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JUNE 06: Theo Johnson #47 of the New York Giants puts on his helmer during New York Giants OTA Offseason Workouts at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on June 06, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – JUNE 06: Theo Johnson #47 of the New York Giants puts on his helmer during New York Giants OTA Offseason Workouts at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on June 06, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)

Bottom 5 special teams

Jul 26, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Benton Whitley (48) gets instruction during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY SportsJul 26, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Benton Whitley (48) gets instruction during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY Sports

Jul 26, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Benton Whitley (48) gets instruction during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY Sports

Other notables

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Devin Singletary #26 of the New York Giants scores a first quarter touchdown against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)LANDOVER, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Devin Singletary #26 of the New York Giants scores a first quarter touchdown against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – SEPTEMBER 15: Devin Singletary #26 of the New York Giants scores a first quarter touchdown against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

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