Doctors worry Jayden Daniels faces higher risk of elbow dislocation
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 11:47 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Doctors around the NFL have expressed concerns that Commanders QB Jayden Daniels may be at increased risk of suffering another left elbow dislocation. Sources indicate that it is viewed as a question of when rather than if Daniels will sustain this injury again. The potential for further complications raises questions about his long-term health and playing availability. Daniels will likely undergo continuous assessments to monitor his elbow condition as the season progresses.
- •Doctors believe it’s likely Daniels will dislocate his elbow again.
- •Daniels plays for the Washington Commanders in the NFL.
- •Concerns centered on the left elbow injury already sustained.
- •Ongoing assessments will be crucial for monitoring his condition.
- 12:35 PMESPN — Doctors fear Daniels at higher risk for another elbow dislocation
"Doctors around the NFL believe it's a matter of when, not if, Commanders QB Jayden Daniels hurts his left elbow again, sources told ESPN.
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