In recent news regarding the Washington Commanders, quarterback Jayden Daniels has faced a challenging season due to multiple injuries. His most recent setback occurred during a game against the Seattle Seahawks, where he suffered a dislocated left elbow.
Injury Status of Jayden Daniels
Initial reports suggested that Daniels’ injury was severe enough to potentially end his season. However, sources from Fox Sports and NFL Network confirmed that his elbow injury did not require surgery and would not place him on injured reserve. Jay Glazer from Fox Sports noted that Daniels will be re-evaluated in three weeks.
Timeline for Return
- Daniels will miss the Week 11 game against the Miami Dolphins.
- The Commanders have a Week 12 bye, allowing for further assessment.
- If recovery goes well, Daniels may return in Week 13 against the Denver Broncos.
- There’s also a possibility of returning in Week 14 against the Minnesota Vikings.
Despite showing promise, Daniels has struggled with injuries throughout the season. He missed Games 3 and 4 due to a knee injury and was sidelined again in Week 8 because of a hamstring issue.
Current Quarterback Situation
As Daniels continues to recover, backup quarterback Marcus Mariota will take the lead for the Commanders. In his four starts this season, Mariota has a record of 1-3, with a completion rate of 65.5% and a total of 852 passing yards, six touchdowns, and four interceptions.
Team Performance Overview
With Daniels active for just six games this season, the Commanders’ performance has been inconsistent, registering two wins against four losses. Daniels boasts a 62.5% completion rate, with 1,184 passing yards, eight touchdowns, and two interceptions during his time on the field, alongside 262 rushing yards with two rushing touchdowns.
The Commanders’ quarterback depth chart is further reinforced with other options, including journeyman quarterback Johnson and former Notre Dame’s Sam Hartman on the practice squad.
Conclusion
The Commanders are hopeful for Daniels’ recovery, as they aim to improve their performance in the latter half of the season. Fans eagerly await news regarding his potential return to action.
