Marcus Mariota exits Commanders preseason game with leg injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 9:50 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota suffered a leg injury during the first quarter of Friday's preseason game against the Miami Dolphins. Mariota, who completed 1 of 3 passes for 22 yards before leaving, appeared to limp off the field after a handoff. He was taken to the locker room after brief examination in the medical tent. Head coach Dan Quinn indicated no updates on his condition would be provided until at least Sunday. The Commanders face additional depth concerns after losing star left tackle Laremy Tunsil to a torn triceps last week.
- •Marcus Mariota injured his leg in the first quarter against Miami.
- •He was taken to the locker room after leaving the blue medical tent.
- •Head coach Dan Quinn will provide updates on Mariota's condition Sunday.
- •Mariota completed 1 of 3 passes for 22 yards before exiting.
- •The Commanders also lost Laremy Tunsil to a torn triceps last week.
- 9:50 AMYahoo Sports — What's the latest on Commanders QB Marcus Mariota after Friday's injury?
"Marcus Mariota's status is unknown after his injury in Friday's preseason opener.
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