Marcus Mariota injures knee, affecting Commanders' fantasy prospects
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Marcus Mariota suffered a right knee injury during the Week 4 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, and is now questionable to return. The Washington Commanders are already without starting quarterback Jayden Daniels, leaving rookie Athan Kaliakmanis to step in. This change significantly impacts the team's offensive capabilities, particularly with top receiver Terry McLaurin also sidelined. Fantasy managers will need to reassess their options as Mariota's status remains uncertain for Week 5, which could lead to increased workloads for running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt.
- •Mariota is questionable to return after suffering a knee injury.
- •Athan Kaliakmanis is now the starting quarterback for the Commanders.
- •Top wide receiver Terry McLaurin is also unavailable due to injury.
- •Croskey-Merritt could see more carries in the absence of the quarterbacks.
- •Fantasy value for Commanders' players may decline with the rookie quarterback.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Football Injury Impact: Marcus Mariota's Knee Injury Dampens Washington Commanders' Fantasy Value
"Marcus Mariota suffered a knee injury in Week 4 of the fantasy football season. How does his injury affect the Commanders?
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