Dan Quinn stands by decision to go for TD before halftime
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 11:20 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn remains firm in his choice to pursue a touchdown before halftime against an unnamed opponent. The decision, made with three seconds left in the first half on third-and-goal from the one-yard line, resulted in quarterback Jayden Daniels re-dislocating his left elbow, leaving his playing status uncertain. Quinn indicated he does not regret the call, emphasizing the team's aggressive approach against the opponent's offense. Washington ultimately lost the game 37-20, and Marcus Mariota is expected to start at quarterback in their upcoming game against the Seattle Seahawks while Daniels is sidelined for further assessment.
- •Quinn opted to go for a touchdown despite risks.
- •Daniels will miss Week 3 due to injury.
- •Mariota completed 11 of 16 passes for 111 yards.
- •Washington lost 37-20 in the previous game.
- •Next game is against the 2-0 Seattle Seahawks.
- 11:20 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders' Dan Quinn has no regrets about decision to go for TD before halftime
"Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn has no regrets about the decision to go for the touchdown before halftime despite how the play ended.
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