GIANTS CRUSH RIVAL REDSKINS IN D.C, KEEP PLAYOFF HOPES ALIVE

The New York Giants made a belated return to their impressive early-season form to beat the Washington Redskins 45-12 in the Monday night game and kept their fragile hopes of a wildcard berth in the play-offs alive. Eli Manning, the Giants' quarterback, led the charge, completing 19 of 26 passes for 268 yards and three touchdowns. In the game's best passage of play he led the Giants on a key 16-play, 80-yard scoring drive to open the game. "It was important to get off fast and set the tempo," said Manning, who has thrown for a career-high 26 touchdowns this season. "We set the mood for the night very early." (UK Gaurdian)