Marcus Mariota leads Commanders in rushing against Colts before injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 5:11 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Marcus Mariota led the Washington Commanders in rushing during their game against the Indianapolis Colts at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 4, 2026. Mariota started the game, achieving a 35-yard run, but was ruled out after two drives due to a knee injury. After Mariota's exit, rookie quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis took over and finished with 186 passing yards, one touchdown, and one interception. The Commanders struggled offensively, ultimately losing to the Colts 30-13, with Mariota remaining their only rushing leader despite playing briefly.
- •Mariota started due to Jayden Daniels' elbow injury.
- •He recorded one rush for 35 yards before leaving the game.
- •Kaliakmanis completed 15 of 33 passes for 186 yards, a touchdown, and an interception.
- •The Commanders lost the game 30-13 to the Colts.
- •Mariota was the leading rusher despite playing only two drives.
- 5:11 PMYahoo Sports — Marcus Mariota played 2 drives against Colts and led Commanders in rushing
"This stat shows how bad the Commanders’ offense was vs. the Colts.
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