Jayden Daniels likely out 2-3 weeks for Commanders; Darnold available for Seahawks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 10:41 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has avoided placement on injured reserve but is expected to miss 2-3 weeks due to an elbow injury. This comes ahead of the Week 3 game against the Seattle Seahawks, where Sam Darnold will return after a hip injury. Daniels was injured during the first half of a previous match against the Dallas Cowboys, prompting concerns about his health at the time. Darnold had a strong performance in a prior encounter against Washington, contributing to the team's success.
- •Daniels suffered an elbow injury and will miss 2-3 weeks.
- •Darnold returns for Seahawks after missing previous games.
- •The matchup between Commanders and Seahawks is set for Sunday.
- •Daniels was injured against the Cowboys after five completions.
- •Darnold previously had 330 passing yards and 4 TDs against Washington.
- 10:41 PMYahoo Sports — Jayden Daniels avoids IR but faces time on sidelines
"Jayden Daniels avoids IR but will miss time for the Commanders while Sam Darnold returns for the Seahawks.
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