Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels is the focus of Washington Commanders training camp
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels is the focus of Washington Commanders training camp

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Jayden Daniels insists he is just a rookie, not yet a star quarterback. With all that in mind, Daniels is undoubtedly the focal point of Washington Commanders training camp that opened Wednesday, with all eyes on the 2023 Heisman Trophy winner out of LSU who instantly became the face of the reinvigorated franchise when he was taken with the second pick in the NFL draft this past spring. And when he’s ready, he’ll also know.” He starts out sharing snaps with veteran Marcus Mariota, whose signing foreshadowed the Commanders taking Daniels, with the longtime backup — the No. “I’m focused on learning, focus on going out here and keep competing every day and having fun, bringing that energy and that joy and that competitiveness to the team,” Daniels said recently. “A lot of the things he just naturally has the ability to have a feel for the game, which is very unique for any quarterback, let alone a rookie.” Veteran offensive lineman Cornelius Lucas, the leading candidate to protect Daniels’ blind side at left tackle, sees Daniels not look at all like a rookie.

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Jayden Daniels’ breakout season with Washington is no surprise to those who knew him before the NFL
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jayden Daniels’ breakout season with Washington is no surprise to those who knew him before the NFL

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Jayden Daniels has not given much thought to how he has handled half a season playing quarterback in the NFL. “He doesn’t turn the ball over a lot,” said Herm Edwards, who coached Daniels for three seasons at Arizona State. “It’s not a surprise to me,” said San Francisco receiver Brandon Aiyuk, a teammate of Daniels’ at …

Daniels' Status for Commanders vs. Bears Uncertain as He Practices
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Daniels' Status for Commanders vs. Bears Uncertain as He Practices

Associated Press  

Jayden Daniels is expected to be a game-time decision for the Washington Commanders when they host the Chicago Bears on Sunday due to a rib injury. The reigning Heisman Trophy winner and AP Offensive Rookie of the Year favorite has thrown for 1,410 yards, ran for 372 and been responsible for 10 touchdowns through five-plus games. However, the Commanders need …

Daniels' Injury Could Impact QB Showdown vs. Williams
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Daniels' Injury Could Impact QB Showdown vs. Williams

Associated Press  

The matchup between the Chicago Bears and Washington Commanders will feature a quarterback selected with the first pick in the draft against one taken second. No. 1 pick Caleb Williams leads the Bears into his homecoming at Washington rolling along with three consecutive wins, while the Commanders are unsure if Daniels or journeyman Marcus Mariota will start Sunday.

Kingsbury's Offense Remains Resilient Despite Daniels' Absence
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2 months ago

Kingsbury's Offense Remains Resilient Despite Daniels' Absence

Associated Press  

The Commanders' offense shines with the return of Marcus Mariota at quarterback, showcasing a high level of execution despite starting 0 of 5 in his first game back. The team racked up 336 more yards with Mariota at the helm, with three touchdown drives to tight ends and a rushing touchdown to Zach Ertz. The defense also continues to improve, …

Panthers' Quest for Redemption: Can Bryce Young Lead a Comeback?
2 months ago

Panthers' Quest for Redemption: Can Bryce Young Lead a Comeback?

Associated Press  

The Carolina Panthers and Washington Commanders meet Sunday in a matchup of teams going in different directions. The Panthers are looking to bounce back after a 32-73 record in the past five seasons, while the Commanders are hoping to turn their fortunes around after a 4-2 record this season. The game is a chance for both teams to show what …

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels relives college memories -- good and bad -- in return to Arizona State
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels relives college memories -- good and bad -- in return to Arizona State

Associated Press  

TEMPE, Ariz. — Jayden Daniels is a football phenom these days, excelling during his rookie season with the Washington Commanders one year after winning the Heisman Trophy following a standout season at LSU. In an interesting twist to Daniels’ rookie year, the Commanders are practicing this week on Arizona State’s campus in preparation for a game with the Arizona Cardinals …

Commanders want Jayden Daniels to ‘remain a passer’ after running 16 times in his NFL debut
3 months, 1 week ago

Commanders want Jayden Daniels to ‘remain a passer’ after running 16 times in his NFL debut

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Jayden Daniels has spent his life as a quarterback developing a feel for when to take off and run. “We’d love to see him remain a passer first, and I think it’s going to come with more experience,” coach Dan Quinn said. " “As we saw with Anthony Richardson last year, it’s exciting until it’s not, until …

Jayden Daniels’ NFL debut hints at promise and peril
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jayden Daniels’ NFL debut hints at promise and peril

New York Times  

TAMPA, Fla. – Being a veteran, Zach Ertz has perspective. “The last play don’t matter, no matter if it’s a touchdown, interception, incompletion, it doesn’t matter,” said Daniels, who went 17 of 24 for 184 yards, with two rushing TDs, in his NFL debut. “You’ve got to be able to have a short-term memory and focus on the next play.” …

Jayden Daniels looks the part as Washington’s starting QB as he prepares for his NFL debut
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Jayden Daniels looks the part as Washington’s starting QB as he prepares for his NFL debut

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Jayden Daniels put a smile on his coach’s face with a simple request. “Jayden has that mindset to him.” It was the latest example of the Washington Commanders’ rookie face of the franchise looking the part as their starting quarterback ahead of his NFL debut Sept. 8 at Tampa Bay. “It’s not going to be a finished …

Jayden Daniels picked as starting QB for Washington Commanders
4 months ago

Jayden Daniels picked as starting QB for Washington Commanders

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Jayden Daniels has been selected as the starting quarterback for the Washington Commanders. Daniels would be Washington’s eighth different Week 1 starting QB in as many years. So, what and them preach here is competition, and you’ve earn your right to stay.” Quinn said he has not told the team Daniels is the starter. Other roster competitions …

Jayden Daniels impressive in his only drive in Commanders’ 20-17 preseason-opening loss to Jets
4 months, 1 week ago

Jayden Daniels impressive in his only drive in Commanders’ 20-17 preseason-opening loss to Jets

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Jayden Daniels showed up for his first NFL game for Washington wearing a throwback Doug Williams jersey. 2 overall pick went out and played like the potential franchise quarterback the Commanders hope he’ll be in his only series in a 20-17 preseason-opening loss to the New York Jets on Saturday. “Hey, what better way to have …

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels says he is not a star yet
6 months, 1 week ago

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels says he is not a star yet

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Jayden Daniels has received plenty of praise from teammates and coaches since the Washington Commanders took him second overall in the draft and offseason workouts began. “I ain’t a star quarterback yet,” Daniels said at minicamp Wednesday. I’m a rookie.” Daniels threw the football well enough at LSU to win the Heisman Trophy in his final college …

Commanders get their QB in Jayden Daniels, fill several holes in the NFL draft
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders get their QB in Jayden Daniels, fill several holes in the NFL draft

Associated Press  

Dan Quinn was pumped to know Jayden Daniels will soon be throwing passes for the Washington Commanders and “fired up” about the rest of the talent coming from the NFL draft. The Commanders didn’t show their hand about Daniels being their guy over North Carolina’s Drake Maye, Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy and Washington’s Michael Penix Jr., though Peters called it nearly …

Commanders 2024 NFL Draft takeaways: Jayden Daniels, value adds, remaining needs
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders 2024 NFL Draft takeaways: Jayden Daniels, value adds, remaining needs

New York Times  

Nine selections, nine different positions. The picks Round Pick Name Position School 1 2 Jayden Daniels QB LSU 2 36 Johnny Newton DT Illinois 2 50 Mike Sainristil CB Michigan 2 53 Ben Sinnott TE Kansas State 3 67 Brandon Coleman OT TCU 3 100 Luke McCaffrey WR Rice 5 139 Jordan Magee LB Temple 5 161 Dominique Hampton S …

After going 2nd in the NFL draft, Jayden Daniels is Washington’s latest quarterback of the future
7 months, 3 weeks ago

After going 2nd in the NFL draft, Jayden Daniels is Washington’s latest quarterback of the future

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Jayden Daniels is confident he can start in the NFL. That’s how I approach each and every day.” Washington has had 20 different starting quarterbacks in the nearly two decades since its most recent victory in a playoff game. Controlling owner Josh Harris deferred to Peters and new coach Dan Quinn, and the football operations brain trust …

Commanders select Heisman Trophy-winning LSU QB Jayden Daniels with the 2nd pick in the NFL draft
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders select Heisman Trophy-winning LSU QB Jayden Daniels with the 2nd pick in the NFL draft

Associated Press  

Follow AP’s live coverage of the 2024 NFL draft. Washington selected Daniels with the second pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night, choosing the Heisman Trophy winner out of LSU over North Carolina’s Drake Maye, Washington’s Michael Penix Jr. and Michigan national champion J.J. McCarthy. I can’t wait to get to work.” Daniels had for quite some time been …

Commanders free-agency tracker: A look at Washington’s signings, trades and cuts
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders free-agency tracker: A look at Washington’s signings, trades and cuts

New York Times  

Welcome to where “here we go again,” a “brave new world” and our constantly updated Washington Commanders’ 2024 free agency/offseason tracker collide. Commanders sign All-Pro LB Bobby Wagner to one-year deal Wagner, a six-time first-team All-Pro and nine-time Pro Bowler, is joining Washington on a one-year deal, a team source confirmed with The Athletic. March 12 Commanders agree to deal …

Seahawks acquiring QB Sam Howell in a trade with the Commanders
9 months, 1 week ago

Seahawks acquiring QB Sam Howell in a trade with the Commanders

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sam Howell is going to the Seattle Seahawks, a move that gives them a quarterback with experience to pair with starter Geno Smith and upgrades the Washington Commanders’ draft capital. Seattle is getting Howell and fourth- and sixth-round picks from Washington for third- and fifth-rounders, in a trade completed Thursday and announced by the teams, pending a physical. …

Commanders enter free agency with much to ponder: What’s the plan for Sam Howell?
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders enter free agency with much to ponder: What’s the plan for Sam Howell?

New York Times  

There’s more to say about the Washington Commanders at the annual NFL Scouting Combine. Some will select a prospect in April’s draft but seek an experienced passer to help burp the kid through expected rookie ups and downs, as Jacoby Brissett did for Howell last season. Bears — rookie, veteran Broncos — rookie, Jarrett Stidham Buccaneers — FA, Kyle Trask …

Commanders are sticking with Sam Howell at quarterback against the Cowboys
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders are sticking with Sam Howell at quarterback against the Cowboys

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — The Dallas Cowboys’ path to the NFC East title goes through Sam Howell. The decision comes with veteran backup Jacoby Brissett still nursing a sore hamstring and means Howell will be the first Washington QB to start every game of a season since Kirk Cousins in 2017. “Obviously been a lot of ups and downs this season …

Commanders remain uncertain at quarterback after Sam Howell gets benched again in loss to Jets
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Commanders remain uncertain at quarterback after Sam Howell gets benched again in loss to Jets

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Sam Howell had a chance to clear some of the doubts as to whether he can be the Washington Commanders’ quarterback of the future. Howell was replaced in the third quarter Sunday by Jacoby Brissett, who led the Commanders on three straight touchdown drives to help Washington erase a 20-point deficit and take a late lead …

Commanders bench QB Sam Howell in favor of Jacoby Brissett for second consecutive game
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Commanders bench QB Sam Howell in favor of Jacoby Brissett for second consecutive game

New York Times  

The Washington Commanders are officially in flux at quarterback. The team benched Sam Howell for the second week in a row in favor of veteran Jacoby Brissett in the third quarter of Sunday’s 30-28 loss to the New York Jets. Howell, the Commanders’ 2022 fifth-round pick, took a seat last week after going 11-of-26 passing for 102 yards with one …

Commanders have even brighter spotlight on Sam Howell entering final three-game stretch
1 year ago

Commanders have even brighter spotlight on Sam Howell entering final three-game stretch

New York Times  

ASHBURN, Va. — Eric Bieniemy set himself a Sam Howell reminder months ago that remains pertinent deep into the quarterback’s first season as an NFL starter. The five consecutive losses — four against teams firmly in the playoff chase — eliminated Washington from that tier, putting an even brighter spotlight on Howell’s growth. Rivera spent the entire season putting Howell’s …

Rivera will stick with Howell as Commanders’ QB despite Brissett’s big 4th quarter against Rams
1 year ago

Rivera will stick with Howell as Commanders’ QB despite Brissett’s big 4th quarter against Rams

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Jacoby Brissett provided a spark that the Washington Commanders’ offense has been lacking the past few weeks. Despite that, coach Ron Rivera said after Sunday’s 28-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams that Sam Howell will remain the starting quarterback. “In a situation with their ears pulled back like that, I didn’t want to see anything crazy.” …

Commanders offensive breakdown: Will Sam Howell be the starting QB next season?
1 year ago

Commanders offensive breakdown: Will Sam Howell be the starting QB next season?

New York Times  

The speculation over who Washington Commanders managing partner Josh Harris seeks to run the front office and hire as head coach is dramatically ramping up. Before Harris reveals his vision, here’s a two-part 2024 roster preview — starting with the offense — of what they’ll tackle and how the starting spots might need rejiggering. Quarterback Starter — Sam Howell/TBD QB2/QB3 …

Sam Howell is the NFL’s leading passer through 10 weeks. The Commanders hope he’s their long-term QB
1 year, 1 month ago

Sam Howell is the NFL’s leading passer through 10 weeks. The Commanders hope he’s their long-term QB

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — The quarterback who has thrown for the most yards in the NFL this season isn’t Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts or Justin Herbert. “You see him see the rotation in the coverages better, which allows him to go through his progression quicker or get to where he needs to so he can release the ball in a timely …

Ron Rivera defends Commanders’ pass-heavy approach in the name of developing QB Sam Howell
1 year, 1 month ago

Ron Rivera defends Commanders’ pass-heavy approach in the name of developing QB Sam Howell

Associated Press  

After Sam Howell dropped back to throw 52 times compared to 19 rushing attempts in the Washington Commanders’ latest loss, Ron Rivera defended the pass-heavy approach rather than criticizing the decision not to run the ball more. We’re trying to develop a young football team to be a very good football team for the future, and that’s what we’re going …

Protecting quarterback Sam Howell is a major headache the Washington Commanders have not yet solved
1 year, 2 months ago

Protecting quarterback Sam Howell is a major headache the Washington Commanders have not yet solved

Associated Press  

Sam Howell on Sunday became just the sixth quarterback since the Super Bowl era began and the first since Warren Moon in 1995 to get sacked nine times and throw four interceptions. But the Washington Commanders’ biggest issue coming off a 37-3 loss to Buffalo is their remade offensive line protecting Howell better after giving up an NFL-high 19 sacks …

Washington’s defense takes over to help the Commanders rally past the Cardinals 20-16
1 year, 3 months ago

Washington’s defense takes over to help the Commanders rally past the Cardinals 20-16

Associated Press  

— Throughout the second half, Montez Sweat looked around at his defensive teammates and asked who was going to be the closer the Washington Commanders needed. The edge rusher strip-sacked Joshua Dobbs late in the first quarter to set up Sam Howell’s go-ahead touchdown run as the defense took over the game to help the Commanders rally to beat the …

Ron Rivera picks Sam Howell as the Washington Commanders’ starting quarterback
1 year, 4 months ago

Ron Rivera picks Sam Howell as the Washington Commanders’ starting quarterback

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Coach Ron Rivera has named Sam Howell the Washington Commanders’ starting quarterback, making the North Carolina product the latest in a revolving door of players at the position for the organization in recent years. “We’ve been very pleased with it to the point where I decided yesterday that we were going to name him the starter going …

Howell gets the chance to show Rivera and new ownership he should be the Commanders’ starting QB
1 year, 4 months ago

Howell gets the chance to show Rivera and new ownership he should be the Commanders’ starting QB

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Sam Howell wanted no part of being featured in “Quarterback,” the docuseries that profiled Patrick Mahomes, Kirk Cousins and Marcus Mariota. “It’s a great opportunity for me with the position I’m in to really compete here and be the starter,” Howell said. “It’s a great opportunity for me to go out there and just show what I …

Rivera: Howell goes into spring as Commanders’ starting QB
1 year, 10 months ago

Rivera: Howell goes into spring as Commanders’ starting QB

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Sam Howell is going into offseason workouts as the Washington Commanders ' starting quarterback, coach Ron Rivera said Wednesday. “The key to that, though, is he’s going to have to earn it to keep, that’s for darn sure.” Washington drafted Howell in the fifth round last year out of North Carolina. If he earns the job to start …

Commanders’ Ron Rivera: ‘Not anointing’ Sam Howell, but it’s ‘his opportunity’
1 year, 10 months ago

Commanders’ Ron Rivera: ‘Not anointing’ Sam Howell, but it’s ‘his opportunity’

New York Times  

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera knows his way around Super Bowl media week. Engaging this year meant fielding questions about quarterback Sam Howell’s starting chances, Eric Bieniemy entering the offensive coordinator search and the team’s plans with free-agent defensive tackle Daron Payne. The Athletic spoke on the phone Wednesday afternoon with Rivera, who was at the Super Bowl site …

Commanders rookie QB Sam Howell beats Cowboys in NFL debut
1 year, 11 months ago

Commanders rookie QB Sam Howell beats Cowboys in NFL debut

Associated Press  

— Sam Howell’s first NFL pass became a touchdown, and Terry McLaurin promptly threw the ball into the stands in celebration. Howell became Washington’s first rookie quarterback to throw and run for touchdowns in the same game since Robert Griffin III in 2012 and might have put himself in the mix for the starting job next season with a team …

Aldridge: Sam Howell’s impressive debut made you look and Commanders take notice
1 year, 11 months ago

Aldridge: Sam Howell’s impressive debut made you look and Commanders take notice

New York Times  

— Weren’t we just here, in this stadium, two years ago this weekend? What a throw 💥 What a catch 💥 📺 #DALvsWAS FOX pic.twitter.com/yNoqoOCtO6 — Washington Commanders January 8, 2023 Do you prefer “Sudden” Sam Howell, “Slingin”’ Sam Howell or “Super” Sam Howell? I’m not buying Sam Howell hype after one … really kind of impressive … quite good, …

Commanders to start rookie Sam Howell at QB vs. Cowboys
1 year, 11 months ago

Commanders to start rookie Sam Howell at QB vs. Cowboys

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — It was never going to be Carson Wentz. Ron Rivera considered going back to Heinicke for the Washington Commanders’ season finale against the Dallas Cowboys before conversations with players and members of his coaching staff persuaded him to start Howell at quarterback instead. With Washington eliminated from playoff contention, and in the aftermath of Wentz’s three-interception loss …

Commanders draft for immediate help except for QB Sam Howell
2 years, 7 months ago

Commanders draft for immediate help except for QB Sam Howell

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Sam Howell understands he isn’t expected to start his rookie year in the NFL after the Washington Commanders stopped his slide by taking him in the fifth round of the draft Saturday. “It’s something that we like to see.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “I get to go …

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