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Jayden Daniels won't require surgery for dislocated elbow, status uncertain

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 1:56 PM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Jayden Daniels won't require surgery for dislocated elbow, status uncertain

Summary

Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels dislocated his left elbow during Week 2. Head coach Dan Quinn did not provide a specific update on Daniels' recovery, but General Manager Adam Peters mentioned the team is optimistic about his return. Daniels will miss the upcoming game against the Seahawks, with surgery currently ruled out. The Commanders are relying on Marcus Mariota in the meantime as they seek their first victory of the season.

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Status Watch

•Daniels dislocated his left elbow in Week 2.
•He won't play against the Seahawks this Sunday.
•Surgery is not needed, and IR discussion has not occurred.
•Marcus Mariota will start in Daniels' absence.

Latest Updates

2:39 PMESPN — Commanders GM: Elbow surgery, IR 'not on table' right now for QB Daniels
1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Surgery not on table for Jayden Daniels, Commanders haven't discussed IR

What they're saying

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Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels won't undergo surgery on his dislocated left elbow and, as of now, he won't be placed on injured reserve according to general manager Adam Peters.
— ESPNby John Keim