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Commanders’ Jayden Daniels Reinjures Left Elbow, Exits in Loss to Vikings

Washington had cleared the 2024 Offensive Rookie of the Year to start for developmental reps in a 3-9 season, a choice already under scrutiny.

Overview

  • Daniels returned for Week 14 after medical clearance and full practices, making his first start since a Week 9 left elbow dislocation.
  • Midway through the third quarter, Vikings edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel tipped and intercepted a fourth-down pass before Isaiah Rodgers’ block sent Daniels to the turf on his left elbow.
  • Washington listed Daniels as questionable to return, and he remained on the sideline as Marcus Mariota replaced him and was intercepted on his first series.
  • Before exiting, Daniels went 9-of-20 for 78 yards with one interception, and Washington lost 31-0 at Minnesota.
  • Tight end Zach Ertz left in the third quarter with a knee injury and was ruled out; the team offered no immediate update on the severity of Daniels’ elbow beyond the in-game designation.