Commanders' Jayden Daniels out, Marcus Mariota to start against Colts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 1:47 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn confirmed that Jayden Daniels will miss the matchup against the Indianapolis Colts due to a dislocated left elbow sustained in Week 2. Daniels has been limited in practice as he adjusts to a new brace but will not play on Sunday. In his stead, Marcus Mariota will start for the second consecutive game. Quinn acknowledged that practicing on a limited basis this week was a significant step for Daniels.
- •Jayden Daniels is ruled out for the Colts game.
- •Marcus Mariota will be the starting quarterback again.
- •Daniels was injured in Week 2 against the Cowboys.
- •Quinn noted Daniels practiced on a limited basis this week.
- 1:47 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Quinn: Jayden Daniels OUT, Marcus Mariota to start vs Colts
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