Burns labeled Daniels talkative after the loss, but Daniels kept his cool and played with fun. Burns' remarks highlight a competitive edge and a mind-games facet; Daniels answered with a measured performance, reinforcing a growing Commanders' confidence in a pivotal rivalry win.

Burns labeled Daniels' talking as a head game in Sunday’s Giants clash, noting a smart, friend-angled tactic to rattle opponents. Daniels pushed back, framing his chatter as fun and competitive, while the Giants’ defense eyes Week 14 rematch. Burns’ take highlights the chess match between a rookie QB’s swagger and a veteran edge rusher’s mental game.

Burns as part of the Giants’ pass-rush unit framed Conerly’s testing ground, emphasizing the level of challenge Washington’s rookie faced to stabilize protection on the edge.

Burns was Giants’ standout defender with six tackles and two sacks; his reaction after the Daniels game hints at a strategic, psychological approach to this Week 1 clash and a potential rematch in Week 15.

Brian Burns anchored the Giants' defensive line in Week 1, piling six tackles (two for loss), two QB hits, and 2.0 sacks. His relentless edge pressure forced plays late and opened opportunities for teammates, underscoring the DL’s potential as the season’s weapon.