Jayden Daniels Out With Dislocated Elbow; Marcus Mariota to Start for Commanders
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will see specialists for a dislocated left elbow, leading veteran Marcus Mariota to be named the starter for Sunday's game.
Norfolk Portsmouth Newport News, VA, September 21, 2026 —
The Washington Commanders have announced a significant change at the quarterback position due to an injury. Starting quarterback Jayden Daniels has sustained a dislocated left elbow. As a result of this injury, Daniels will be seeing specialists to assess the full extent of the damage and determine a treatment plan.
With Daniels sidelined, the team has named veteran quarterback Marcus Mariota as the starter for the upcoming Sunday game. This marks a shift in leadership for the Commanders’ offense as they prepare to face their next opponent.
The specifics regarding the timeline for Daniels’ recovery were not immediately available, nor were details about which specialists he will be consulting. The dislocated elbow is expected to keep Daniels from participating in practice and games for an undetermined period, necessitating the activation of Mariota into the starting role.
Mariota, who joined the Commanders, brings a wealth of experience to the starting position. His previous NFL experience includes stints with other teams, where he has started numerous games. The team will rely on his veteran presence to guide the offense during Daniels’ absence.
Further updates on Jayden Daniels’ condition and the team’s quarterback situation are anticipated following his consultations with specialists. The organization has not provided additional information regarding any other potential quarterback movements or depth chart adjustments beyond naming Mariota the starter for Sunday.
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