Commanders coach uncertain on Jayden Daniels' preseason playing status
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 2:10 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Washington Commanders continue training camp in Ashburn, VA. Coach Dan Quinn has yet to decide if Jayden Daniels will play in the preseason, focusing currently on quarterbacks Sam Hartman and Athan Kaliakmanis due to Marcus Mariota's absence. Daniels has received increased practice reps during joint practices with the Dolphins, as Mariota's injury opens opportunities for him and rookies Kaytron Allen and Robert Henry Jr. to step up. With Jerome Ford sidelined for the season, Quinn emphasized the need for the team's run game to improve.
- •Jayden Daniels' preseason status remains undecided by Coach Quinn.
- •Jerome Ford is out for the season due to a hamstring injury.
- •Kaytron Allen and Robert Henry Jr. have opportunities to play more.
- •Sam Hartman and Athan Kaliakmanis are currently the top QBs.
- •Dan Quinn stressed the need to improve the run game.
- 2:10 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders Camp Talk: No decision on Jayden Daniels playing in the preseason
"Dan Quinn, Nick Allegretti, Drew Stevens, and other Washington Commanders players talk at training camp
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