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Commanders Shut Down Jayden Daniels for Remainder of 2025 After Skid-Ending Win

The move reflects a shift to health-first planning after elimination from postseason contention.

Overview

  • Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed Monday that Jayden Daniels was not cleared after a left elbow re-aggravation and will miss the final three games, calling the decision part medical and part team.
  • Marcus Mariota, who started Sunday’s 29-21 victory at the Giants, will remain Washington’s quarterback for the stretch run against the Eagles, Cowboys and Eagles.
  • Washington snapped an eight-game losing streak to improve to 4-10, with key plays including Jaylin Lane’s 63-yard punt-return touchdown and Terry McLaurin’s 51-yard score.
  • Turnovers persisted as a concern, with four fumbles that nearly let New York erase a 15-point fourth-quarter deficit before a late defensive stop sealed the win.
  • Young contributors stood out in the win, led by Jacory Croskey-Merritt’s 96 rushing yards and a touchdown and Mike Sainristil’s interception, reinforcing the club’s evaluation focus for the offseason.