Overview

• An MRI confirmed Daniels sustained a knee sprain after Week 2, and he has not practiced through Thursday with a possible return to practice on Friday.
• Coach Dan Quinn lists Daniels day-to-day, and Mariota would start against the Raiders if Washington opts to hold the quarterback out.
• Mariota has taken the first-team reps and media availability this week, positioning the veteran for his first NFL start since 2022 if needed.
• Raiders star Maxx Crosby said Las Vegas is preparing as if Daniels will play while also readying for Mariota.
• Washington is also absorbing significant losses with Austin Ekeler and Deatrich Wise Jr. out for the season and Jonathan Jones on injured reserve, and Daniels’ 19-game regular-season start streak is at risk.