Overview
- Citing Wednesday reports, coaches and multiple outlets say Daniels is expected to be a full participant in practice this week and could start Sunday’s Week 5 game against the New York Giants if medically cleared.
- Head coach Dan Quinn said the team will have Daniels wear a large brace and that coaches will work specific protection drills to shield his previously dislocated left elbow.
- Backup Marcus Mariota suffered a sprained MCL in the London game and is expected to miss multiple weeks but has not been placed on injured reserve, leaving the team short on experienced depth.
- If Daniels cannot be cleared, rookie seventh‑rounder Athan Kaliakmanis is the likely starter and Washington has auditioned veteran free agents as emergency options.
- Analysts and oddsmakers say Daniels’ practice status is the key swing factor for the matchup because Washington may need more under‑center snaps and play‑action to reduce pressure on the quarterback and alter game plans and betting lines.