Kingsbury's Offense Remains Resilient Despite Daniels' Absence
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Kingsbury's Offense Remains Resilient Despite Daniels' Absence

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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, with Dante Fowler returning an interception for a touchdown and several tackles from other defenders. The Commanders are now 5-2, but they will need to address the question of whether Jayden Daniels can stay healthy and provide stability at quarterback moving forward.

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Commanders re-sign QB Marcus Mariota to back up Jayden Daniels next season, AP source says
3 days, 11 hours ago

Commanders re-sign QB Marcus Mariota to back up Jayden Daniels next season, AP source says

Associated Press  

The Washington Commanders are re-upping veteran quarterback Marcus Mariota to back up Jayden Daniels in the Offensive Rookie of the Year’s second NFL season The Commanders agreed to re-sign Mariota on Wednesday, according to a person familiar with the deal. The Commanders also worked out a couple of big trades to acquire wide receiver Deebo Samuel from San Francisco and …

With shades of Magic, Jayden Daniels steals spotlight on wild NFL weekend: Sando’s Pick Six
1 month, 3 weeks ago

With shades of Magic, Jayden Daniels steals spotlight on wild NFL weekend: Sando’s Pick Six

New York Times  

Let us count the days since the NFL’s final four teams last tasted the championship round. Kansas City Chiefs: 358 Philadelphia Eagles: 722 Buffalo Bills: 1,457 Washington Commanders: 12,062 It’s been a rough few decades for Washington, but with rookie sensation Jayden Daniels upstaging a star-studded field in the divisional round, the Commanders are back in the NFC Championship Game …

Commanders choose to ‘be bold’ going for it on 4th down, and that has them still in the playoffs
2 months ago

Commanders choose to ‘be bold’ going for it on 4th down, and that has them still in the playoffs

Associated Press  

Gutsy calls by coach Dan Quinn helped the Washington Commanders win a playoff game and take another step further in a season that had already exceeded just about every external expectation. “I never want to look back and say, ‘Man, I wish I had gone for it,’” Quinn said recently. “I hope that’s my legacy one day long down the …

Commanders coach Dan Quinn says he is ‘not concerned’ about Jayden Daniels’ leg soreness
2 months, 1 week ago

Commanders coach Dan Quinn says he is ‘not concerned’ about Jayden Daniels’ leg soreness

Associated Press  

Dan Quinn downplayed Jayden Daniels’ leg soreness that led the Washington Commanders coach to take the rookie quarterback out at halftime of the regular-season finale against Dallas, brushing off any worry about the injury lingering into the playoffs. “And I’m actually feeling good on the team’s health, so that’s a good thing when you get to this time of year.” …

Mariota leads playoff-bound Commanders to 23-19 win over Cowboys after replacing Daniels
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2 months, 1 week ago

Mariota leads playoff-bound Commanders to 23-19 win over Cowboys after replacing Daniels

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Jayden Daniels sitting in the second half wasn’t the plan when the playoff-bound Washington Commanders visited the Dallas Cowboys with only seeding at stake. Mariota threw for two scores and ran for a TD after replacing Daniels, who said he was fine with his coach’s decision but later was adamant that they would have had “to drag …

Jayden Daniels carries the Commanders into the playoffs by running as much as throwing
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Jayden Daniels carries the Commanders into the playoffs by running as much as throwing

Associated Press  

— Jayden Daniels is running all over opponents and away with the AP Offensive Rookie of the Year Award. “That guy’s an absolute beast,” Atlanta Falcons coach Raheem Morris said Sunday night after Daniels torched his team for 127 yards on 16 carries. “I cringe sometimes, but I also know what the competitor is, too.” Daniels passed Robert Griffin III …

Jayden Daniels maintains calm approach as Commanders come from behind to stun Eagles
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Jayden Daniels maintains calm approach as Commanders come from behind to stun Eagles

New York Times  

— Whatever happens over the remaining weeks of the Washington Commanders’ surprising 2024 season, one upshot rises above all. “When he’s on the field, you got a chance.” Future Hall of Fame linebacker Bobby Wagner watched another member of Washington’s rookie class, Luke McCaffrey, cap his impressive kick-returning work with a 29-yard jolt. “Man, he’s so poised,” McLaurin said of …

Jayden Daniels and the Commanders don’t have a lot of time before facing the NFC East rival Eagles
4 months ago

Jayden Daniels and the Commanders don’t have a lot of time before facing the NFC East rival Eagles

Associated Press  

— Coach Dan Quinn knows that star rookie Jayden Daniels and the rest of the Washington Commanders do not have a lot of time ahead of Thursday’s big NFC East matchup at the Philadelphia Eagles to fix the sorts of things that went wrong during a one-point loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. “To have a short week and get a …

Commanders handle business vs. Giants, continue to ‘demonstrate improvement’
4 months, 1 week ago

Commanders handle business vs. Giants, continue to ‘demonstrate improvement’

New York Times  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Washington Commanders spent last week preparing for Sunday’s rematch with the New York Giants. Having sacked Daniels five times in Week 2, the Giants rarely put a hand on the mobile threat this time, even with rookie left tackle Brandon Coleman protecting Daniels’ blindside with Cornelius Lucas unavailable. “Massive win last week,” linebacker Frankie Luvu …

Daniels' Injury Could Impact QB Showdown vs. Williams
4 months, 2 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.

Despite injury to Jayden Daniels, Commanders all smiles after throttling Panthers
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Despite injury to Jayden Daniels, Commanders all smiles after throttling Panthers

New York Times  

— The one-sided scoreboard, while glorious, wasn’t the main story. “You check on him, see how he’s doing, and we’ll take it day by day.” GO DEEPER Sunday's biggest play for the Commanders was keeping injured Jayden Daniels off the field That step-by-step approach has worked well for Washington this season. On his final run, wide receiver Dyami Brown recognized …

Commanders' Daniels' Health a Worry as They Rout Rout the Panthers 40-7
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders' Daniels' Health a Worry as They Rout Rout the Panthers 40-7

Associated Press  

The Washington Commanders defeated the Carolina Panthers 40-7 on Sunday. Jayden Daniels left the game with a rib injury, but he is expected to undergo further tests Monday. Despite the loss, the Commanders dominated the game, racking up 421 yards and scoring 27 points. Marcus Mariota threw two touchdown passes and ran for a touchdown, while Dante Fowler had a …

Commanders dominate Panthers despite Jayden Daniels leaving with injury: Key takeaways
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders dominate Panthers despite Jayden Daniels leaving with injury: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Ben Standig, Joe Person and Chris Licata No Jayden Daniels, no problem for the Washington Commanders — at least on Sunday. Dan Quinn’s squad got back in the win column with a dominant 40-7 win over the reeling Carolina Panthers, boosting their record to 5-2 while holding on to first place in the NFC East. Dan Quinn with what …

Panthers' Quest for Redemption: Can Bryce Young Lead a Comeback?
4 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Jayden Daniels in Kliff Kingsbury’s Commanders offense: Why he fits so well
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Jayden Daniels in Kliff Kingsbury’s Commanders offense: Why he fits so well

New York Times  

TEMPE, Ariz. — The optimism in Washington for rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels was steadily brewing through the season’s first two games. GO DEEPER Jayden Daniels has near-flawless performance in prime-time debut: 'He's special' According to Tice, “Daniels threw over the intermediate part of the field and between the numbers on only 9.3 percent of his dropbacks, which ranked 163rd out …

Commanders improve to 1-1 despite their offense getting off to a bit of a false start
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders improve to 1-1 despite their offense getting off to a bit of a false start

Associated Press  

The second game of Jayden Daniels’ NFL career delivered his first victory as quarterback of the Washington Commanders. “Luckily, those are things that we can control, so we can get that corrected,” said running back Austin Ekeler, one of more than 30 new players on Washington’s 53-man roster. We can’t be doing this to ourselves, especially in the red zone.” …

Commanders turn to Jayden Daniels to quarterback a new era for Washington football
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders turn to Jayden Daniels to quarterback a new era for Washington football

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON COMMANDERS EXPECTATIONS: It is a whole new era for Washington football, with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels at the forefront. Daniels’ success depends not just on his ability to adjust to the NFL, but a rebuilt offensive line’s ability to keep him upright and the options around him beyond elite receiver Terry McLaurin. NEW FACES: Daniels, Quinn, Wagner, QB Marcus …

Commanders 53-man roster projection: Intrigue at WR, offensive and defensive lines
7 months ago

Commanders 53-man roster projection: Intrigue at WR, offensive and defensive lines

New York Times  

Dan Quinn entered last week’s joint practice-preseason game with an observational wish list. The head coach’s takeaways from the live action and game tape may influence playing time this week when another joint practice-preseason game combination occurs in South Florida with the Miami Dolphins. Running back Brian Robinson Jr., Austin Ekeler, Jeremy McNichols Others: Chris Rodriguez Jr., Austin Jones, Michael …

Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels is the focus of Washington Commanders training camp
7 months, 2 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 …

Commanders 2024 NFL Draft takeaways: Jayden Daniels, value adds, remaining needs
10 months, 2 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 …

Commanders predictions at NFL midseason: Sam Howell’s future, Allen-Payne tandem
1 year, 4 months ago

Commanders predictions at NFL midseason: Sam Howell’s future, Allen-Payne tandem

New York Times  

Last year’s mission impossible involved making predictions about the consistently inconsistent Washington Commanders over the second half of the season. Their presence bolsters the entire defense — even when their in-game statistics suggest otherwise — and keeps the line as a strength following the trades of the talented defensive ends before last week’s deadline. Our midseason All-Rookie Team Sunday’s game …

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