Commanders find hope with Mariota's performance amid Daniels injury concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 10:37 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026

The Washington Commanders showed renewed potential after a strong performance against the Seattle Seahawks on September 27. Quarterback Marcus Mariota helped the team avoid an 0-3 start with three touchdown passes and no turnovers. Although starting quarterback Jayden Daniels is recovering from an elbow injury, he is not on injured reserve and may return later in the season. The Commanders' defense also performed well, particularly rookie linebacker Sonny Styles, who was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week. The Commanders face the Indianapolis Colts next.
- •Washington avoided an 0-3 start with a win over Seattle.
- •Marcus Mariota accounted for three touchdowns in the game.
- •Jayden Daniels is recovering and may return this season.
- •Sonny Styles earned NFC Defensive Player of the Week honors.
- •The Commanders play the Indianapolis Colts next.
- 10:37 PMYahoo Sports — The Commanders’ Season Isn’t Dead After All
"When Jayden Daniels went down on the last play before halftime against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 2, many Washington Commanders fans saw flashes of last season, RGIII’s injury saga and a future of winless football. Since then, Commanders fans have caught multiple breaks and maybe even a little hope for a season of compelling football. Sunday’s […] The post The Commanders’ Season Isn’t Dead After All appeared first on The Lead.
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