Washington’s QB1, Jayden Daniels, is officially a “full go” for Week 5 against the Giants, a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter confirmed Thursday morning. This is massive news for a Commanders team that’s been scrambling, especially with Marcus Mariota, who many expected to start this weekend, now off the table. After missing significant time, the team’s starting quarterback is back, and that’s exactly what they need right now.
Daniels Is Back, No Limits, No Joke
Daniels hasn’t seen full action since Week 2, missing half that game and then sitting out all of Weeks 3 and 4. That’s a long stretch to be without your main guy, but the wait is over. Schefter’s report is clear: “Washington’s QB1 vs. the Giants: Full Go.” This isn’t just about getting Daniels back on the field, it’s about him being completely unleashed. The good news isn’t just his return; it’s the lack of any holdbacks.
Elbow Issue? Doesn’t Matter, Daniels Is Untethered
While Daniels has been dealing with a left elbow issue that could, in theory, limit him, this “full go” status means the Commanders aren’t putting any restrictions on him. There won’t be a pitch count, and there won’t be any limits on his ability to run the ball. If the game demands a play, the team clearly trusts Daniels to make it happen, elbow or not. They believe in their QB1. He’s suiting up for Week 5 against the Giants, and even if it turns into a bad weather game with some rain and wind, Daniels is ready to go. This is some seriously well-timed and much-needed news for Washington as they try to get back in the win column.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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