It’s Week 5 and the New York Giants are in sole possession of first place in the NFC East.

Today, they’ll face another test as they hit the road for the first or two matchups against division rival Washington Commanders.

The Giants moved into first place following a big 36-24 victory over Arizona in Week 4. QB Jameis Winston went 18-for-29, racking up 250 yards and throwing three touchdown passes in the win, but it was Deonte Banks who brought it home after intercepting the ball and running it back 98 yards for the game-sealing touchdown.

Big Blue can continue their dominance today against a struggling 1-3 Commanders squad.

Washington returned from London, where they lost 30-13 to the Indianapolis Colts, to the good news that starting quarterback Jayden Daniels is cleared to return following an elbow injury. Daniels missed the Commanders’ last two games.

Though it’s only Week 5, this divisional matchup will be one to watch. Here’s how to tune in for free.

Giants vs. Commanders start time

Giants vs. Commanders is scheduled to kick off at 1 p.m. ET today, Oct. 11.

How to watch Giants vs. Commanders for free

If you don’t have cable, you’ll need a live TV streaming service to stream the Giants game live for free.

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