Terry McLaurin, who he had success against in the first meeting in Week 2. But it wasn't Banks whose study paid off in the second meeting, it was McLaurin's. The former Ohio State standout beat Banks twice for touchdowns. Banks has now allowed six ...

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) celebrates with Washington Commanders wide receiver Noah Brown (85) after Brown scored the game-winning touchdown during an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Oct. 27, 2024 in Landover. Credit: AP/Daniel Kucin Jr.

Since Terry McLaurin began uplifting his young quarterback instead of complaining, he and Jayden Daniels have found their stride.

The New York Giants have had the Washington Commanders' number for several years. While both teams have taken turns in the NFC East basement in recent years, the Giants always seem to give Washington trouble,

McLaurin noticed something during his film study on Banks that he was able to exploit in their 27-22 win over the Giants.