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Commanders Rule Out Jayden Daniels for Week 3, Marcus Mariota to Start vs. Raiders

Washington is taking a cautious approach to his left-knee sprain after limited work in practice this week.

Overview

  • Head coach Dan Quinn said Friday that Daniels was not fully ready to play and confirmed he will sit against Las Vegas.
  • Veteran Marcus Mariota draws his first NFL start since 2022, with teammates noting his mobility and poise in running the offense.
  • Daniels injured his left knee in the Week 2 loss to Green Bay, where he was sacked four times, and he was listed as limited throughout the week.
  • Reporting indicates the team could evaluate Daniels for a potential Week 4 return in Atlanta, though no timetable has been finalized.
  • The Raiders are preparing for Mariota and seeking cleaner play after Geno Smith’s three interceptions and a sputtering run game in their last outing.