Overview
- Daniels dislocated his left (non-throwing) elbow in Week 2 and missed the Week 3 game; he returned to limited practice this week in London while wearing a bulky brace that prevents full extension.
- The Commanders have chosen a conservative, non-surgical plan for now and expect to make a final availability determination after monitoring Daniels’ reps on Friday.
- The brace allows flexion for throwing but blocks full arm extension to lower re-dislocation risk, a tradeoff that can also reduce arm range of motion and raise re-injury odds over time.
- Marcus Mariota started and won in Week 3, giving Washington a proven short-term starter and reducing pressure to rush Daniels back even if he wants to play.
- Coaches and doctors say surgery remains a likely offseason option if the brace-and-rehab approach proves insufficient, and the team’s choice will affect game planning, roster use and Daniels’ long-term elbow health.