Overview
- The Commanders officially ruled Daniels out for Sunday’s London game on Friday, naming Marcus Mariota the starter for Week 4.
- Mariota earned the nod after completing 19 of 31 passes for 183 yards and three touchdowns in Washington’s Week 3 win, showing the team has a viable short‑term option.
- Daniels traveled with the team and returned to limited practice wearing a protective brace that prevents full extension of his left arm.
- Team officials say exams showed no fracture or major ligament damage, general manager Adam Peters said surgery and injured reserve are not being considered now, and insiders estimate a recovery timeline of roughly three weeks with an offseason repair still likely.
- The decision balances short‑term competitiveness with preserving the Commanders’ young franchise quarterback by avoiding a rushed return and keeping the option of surgery after the season.