Jaden Daniels is commander of washington At quarterback. The No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft was fired up for the start of his pro career and was looking to keep playing hot against some pitiful opponents. carolina panthers Week 7.
Daniels left the game in the second quarter with what appeared to be a midfield injury. Daniels was being examined by team doctors on the sideline, and when Washington got the ball back, backup Marcus Mariota took the field. Daniels was escorted to the locker room by a team trainer.
According to NFL Red Zone, Daniels is undergoing an X-ray in the locker room. Daniels is questionable to return with rib injury:
#commander Jayden Daniels has said he is doubtful he will return after suffering a rib injury. He went to the locker room with Marcus Mariota during the game.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) October 20, 2024
Here's a video of Daniels entering the locker room.
Daniels appeared upset on the sideline.
Washington can't afford to miss Daniels forever. Washington's next game is a rookie quarterback showdown with the Chicago Bears and Caleb Williams.
We will update this story as it develops.
