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Quinn Hopes Daniels Will Return for Week 5
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In Short: Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn expressed optimism that quarterback Jayden Daniels will be back for the Week 5 game against the Giants.
Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn expressed optimism that quarterback Jayden Daniels will be back for the Week 5 game against the Giants. "That's the hope for us for sure, [Jayden] coming back," Quinn said.
Daniels dislocated his left elbow in Week 2 against the Cowboys and has been out since. Quinn said Daniels would have a full week of practice Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, with the goal of him being ready for the game.
"He'll have a full week of practice Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. That's the goal that he could get into that space. Once we see where Marcus [Mariota] is... we'll have a better understanding. That's the goal for Jayden to throw a full week," Quinn explained.
Mariota also suffered an injury in the Commanders' 30-13 loss to the Colts in London. Quinn said Mariota would undergo further testing Monday.
"For us, having run game is going to be a big deal," Quinn said, noting that the Commanders' running backs had just 49 yards on 18 carries Sunday.
"It's a significant change [offensively] because you don't do quite the same [things]," Quinn said, adding that the team's offensive strategy had to change with the quarterback injuries.
"Teams see a quarterback come in, they try to heat them up," left tackle Brandon Coleman said, referring to the challenges faced by the rookie quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis, who had to step in after Daniels and Mariota.
"Losing your QB is always tough," Coleman said, expressing the difficulty of the situation.
"It sucks... [But Kaliakmanis] was balling out. He got comfortable. It's up to us to make sure he stays comfortable," Coleman added.
"When a chance like this comes [and you prepare], then you're ready," Kaliakmanis said, reflecting on his unexpected opportunity.
The Commanders are already dealing with multiple injuries, including left tackle Laremy Tunsil, who tore his triceps in training camp, and right guard Sam Cosmi, who is recovering from a concussion.
Background
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is expected to return to the field against the Washington Commanders in Week 3, after missing the previous game due to a glute injury.
Washington Commanders general manager Adam Peters announced that quarterback Jayden Daniels will not undergo surgery and will not be placed on injured reserve.
What's confirmed
- Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn expressed optimism that quarterback Jayden Daniels will be back for the Week 5 game against the Giants. "That's the hope for us for sure, [Jayden] coming back," Quinn said.
- Daniels dislocated his left elbow in Week 2 against the Cowboys and has been out since. Quinn said Daniels would have a full week of practice Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, with the goal of him being ready for the game.
- "He'll have a full week of practice Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. That's the goal that he could get into that space. Once we see where Marcus [Mariota] is... we'll have a better understanding. That's the goal for Jayden to throw a full week," Quinn explained.
- Mariota also suffered an injury in the Commanders' 30-13 loss to the Colts in London. Quinn said Mariota would undergo further testing Monday.
- "For us, having run game is going to be a big deal," Quinn said, noting that the Commanders' running backs had just 49 yards on 18 carries Sunday.
- "It's a significant change [offensively] because you don't do quite the same [things]," Quinn said, adding that the team's offensive strategy had to change with the quarterback injuries.
- "Teams see a quarterback come in, they try to heat them up," left tackle Brandon Coleman said, referring to the challenges faced by the rookie quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis, who had to step in after Daniels and Mariota.
- "Losing your QB is always tough," Coleman said, expressing the difficulty of the situation.
- "It sucks... [But Kaliakmanis] was balling out. He got comfortable. It's up to us to make sure he stays comfortable," Coleman added.
- "When a chance like this comes [and you prepare], then you're ready," Kaliakmanis said, reflecting on his unexpected opportunity.
- The Commanders are already dealing with multiple injuries, including left tackle Laremy Tunsil, who tore his triceps in training camp, and right guard Sam Cosmi, who is recovering from a concussion.
What's still developing
- "Athan came in after 12 plays; that's not the ideal space to begin it, but I thought he also showed a lot of confidence, some fearlessness with that, and made some of the throws to highlight why he is where he is," Quinn said.
- "That's the hope for sure," Quinn said of Daniels playing next week, adding that a decision on whether or not to sign another veteran backup would be based on what Mariota's tests show.
- "He was off to an excellent start, but it's a factor for sure."
- He did not play the rest of the preseason and returned to practice on Aug.
- "I didn't play my best game today by any stretch. There's a lot of work to do and that's for sure. And I can't wait to get back after it."