Jayden Daniels showcases talent in joint practice against Dolphins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 9:49 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Jayden Daniels of the Washington Commanders excelled during a joint practice against the Miami Dolphins on August 12, demonstrating improved skills after an injury-plagued second season. Daniels completed 11 of 13 passes, with touchdowns to Terry McLaurin, Stefon Diggs, Antonio Williams, and Treylon Burks. The practice highlighted his adaptation to a new offensive scheme and growing chemistry with new teammate Diggs. While the Commanders' offense shone, the Dolphins' defense managed to halt a potential touchdown in a two-minute drill to conclude the session.
- •Jayden Daniels had a strong performance with 11 of 13 completions.
- •Daniels threw touchdowns to McLaurin, Diggs, Williams, and Burks.
- •Stefon Diggs joined the Commanders just last week and quickly built chemistry with Daniels.
- •The Commanders' offensive line provided solid pass protection despite an injury to Laremy Tunsil.
- •The practice ended with a defensive stop by the Dolphins in a two-minute drill.
- 9:49 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders' Jayden Daniels shines in joint practice vs. Dolphins in front of a star-studded audience
"Jayden Daniels’ injury-ridden second NFL season ended in December when the Washington Commanders opted to sit their franchise quarterback for the final three games to preserve his health. Daniels understood the decision but was disappointed and wanted to play. Eight months later, Daniels got his first chance to face another team when the Miami Dolphins arrived at the Commanders’ headquarters on Wednesday for a joint practice.
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