Commanders QB Jayden Daniels Dislocates Left Elbow Against Cowboys, Undergoes Specialist Review
1-Minute Brief
Daniels' injury sidelines the rookie quarterback, prompting the Commanders to adjust their lineup and await medical guidance.
Key Facts
- Jayden Daniels suffered a dislocated left elbow during the game against the Dallas Cowboys.
- Daniels was carted off the field after the injury occurred on the final play of the first half.
- He was ruled out for the remainder of the game following the injury.
- Commanders head coach Dan Quinn stated the team will rally around backup quarterback Marcus Mariota.
- Daniels is consulting specialists to determine if surgery is necessary, with MRI results under review.
What Happened
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels dislocated his left elbow during a game against the Dallas Cowboys and was removed from play. He is now consulting specialists to assess the extent of the injury.
Why It Matters
Daniels' absence could significantly impact the Commanders' season, as the team must rely on backup quarterback Marcus Mariota while awaiting further medical decisions.
What's Next
Specialists are reviewing Daniels' MRI results to determine if surgery is needed. The Commanders have named Marcus Mariota as the starting quarterback for their next game.
Sources
Confirmed by 4 independent sources
- NBC NewsLeft22h agoCommanders quarterback Jayden Daniels leaves game vs. Cowboys with elbow injury
- NBC SportsUnknown20h agoDan Quinn: Commanders are bummed for Jayden Daniels, will rally around Marcus Mariota
- Yahoo SportsUnknown22h agoJayden Daniels carted off with an elbow injury suffered on final play of first half
