Washington Commanders star quarterback Jayden Daniels, sidelined since a Week 2 left elbow dislocation, reportedly has a positive outlook for a potential return this Sunday against the NFC East-leading New York Giants. This is big, especially considering it’s his second left elbow dislocation in the last year, and the team is desperate for a spark.
The “Green Light” Hinges on This Week’s Practice
ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler dropped an optimistic update on Daniels’ recovery, which has to be a huge relief for Commanders fans. The key, Fowler says, is getting Daniels in full practice. We’re talking 100% participation. “Limited participation likely won’t be enough,” he reported, meaning Daniels can’t just be out there jogging through drills. If he’s a “full go in practice by, say, Friday,” then he gets the green light. It’s all on Daniels and the medical staff this week to see if he can push through and prove he’s ready to take hits. He even traveled with the team to London for their Week 4 game against the Colts, but he was ruled out after being limited all week. That shows they’re cautious, but the intent to play is there.
QB Carousel and the Stakes for Commanders (1-3)
Talk about a mess under center. If Daniels can’t get cleared, the Commanders are staring down the barrel with rookie Athan Kaliakmanis. Why? Because Marcus Mariota, who stepped in last week against the Indianapolis Colts in the NFL London Game, is now sidelined himself after suffering a sprained MCL. That’s a huge blow to their depth, and it puts even more pressure on Daniels’ recovery. The Commanders are sitting at a shaky 1-3, while the Giants are leading the NFC East at 3-1. Getting Daniels back isn’t just about having your starter, it’s about trying to salvage something from an early season that’s gone sideways, and trying to avoid falling further behind a division rival.
This Sunday’s matchup against the Giants isn’t just another game. It’s a chance to stop the bleeding, make a statement, and maybe, just maybe, see their franchise QB back in action. Keep an eye on those practice reports this week. That Friday update is everything.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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