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Commanders Turn to Josh Johnson for Finale After Mariota Ruled Out

Injuries across the offense, including Laremy Tunsil's oblique strain, defined Washington's 4-12 slide with 10 losses in 11.

Dec 25, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Josh Johnson (14) passes the ball under pressure from Dallas Cowboys defensive end Donovan Ezeiruaku (41) during the second half at Northwest Stadium. Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Dec 20, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) throws the ball against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second half at Northwest Stadium. Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Coach Dan Quinn ruled Marcus Mariota out for a second straight game with hand and quad injuries and named Josh Johnson the starter for Sunday at Philadelphia.
  • Jayden Daniels, the 2024 Offensive Rookie of the Year, was shut down on Dec. 15 after seven appearances because of knee, hamstring and elbow issues.
  • Left tackle Laremy Tunsil will miss a third straight game with an oblique injury, and Washington listed replacement Brandon Coleman as questionable after a knee issue this week.
  • Johnson, 39, last started on Christmas against Dallas and went 15-of-23 for 198 yards with 10 rushing yards in a 30-23 defeat.
  • Washington is 4-12 with 10 losses in its past 11 games, and the quarterback depth behind Johnson features Jeff Driskel and Sam Hartman.