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Image via Imagn Images Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels left the game against the Carolina Panthers due to a rib injury. His mother, Regina Jackson, confirmed that Daniels was all right and that initial rib testing indicated he had avoided a serious injury. Marcus Mariota took over the offense, and Daniels' mother provided an update on his condition on social media.
Also Read: Chiefs remain unbeaten as Patrick Mahomes shines in 28-18 Super Bowl rematch win against 49ers Jayden Daniels' mother provided an update on his condition on social media In Week 7 game against the Carolina Panthers, Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels sustained a rib injury in the first quarter. The injury occurred in the red zone during a drive. Daniels was checked out on the sideline and taken to the locker room for X-rays.
Daniels was deemed questionable to return to the game and replaced by Marcus Mariota. Fortunately, he appears to be doing well after initial tests on his injured rib, with a positive update from his mom on Twitter. "He's fine," she wrote.
Daniels' return to the game is uncertain, but the Commanders should not risk risking him if he is healthy. With the Commanders up 20-0 against the Panthers, Mariota should lead them to victory. Daniels has been a significant player for the Commanders in the first six games, completing 2-of-2 passes for seven yards and adding 50 yards on the ground.
His performance has renewed hope for the franchise's struggling fan base. Jayden Daniels was selected second overall in the 2024 NFL draft by the Washington Commanders, tied for the most quarterbacks taken in the first round in NFL history. He and former LSU teammate Malik Nabers received training on the league's gambling policy during his rookie offseason.
Daniels acquired his college uniform number 5 and signed a four-year, $37.75 million fully guaranteed rookie contract on June 14, 2024. He was named the Commanders' starting quarterback after training camp.
In the 2024 season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Daniels became the first NFL quarterback to rush for over 80 yards with two touchdowns in his NFL debut. He won his first game the following week against the New York Giants. In Week 3, Daniels was named NFC Offensive Player of the Week after setting an NFL rookie and Commanders franchise record with a 91.
3% completion percentage on 23 attempts along with 293 total yards and three touchdowns in a win against the Cincinnati Bengals. Also Read: Donald Trump makes surprise appearance at Jets vs. Steelers NFL matchup, as he caps off his event-packed weekend.
