The Commanders head coach Dan Quinn has admitted he shares some the blame for a major injury to the squad’s signal-caller, Jayden Daniels.
Particulars of the Harm and Situation
Jayden Daniels, who enjoyed one of the greatest rookie campaigns of all time last season, sustained a dislocated elbow joint in Sunday’s defeat to the Seahawks. Although the quarterback throws with his dominant arm, the issue has left his campaign in doubt. The condition was serious enough that the TV coverage avoided showing replays and several players looked away as Daniels was treated by team doctors.
Criticism and Coach’s Response
Coach Quinn faced criticism as numerous believed Daniels ought not to have been on the playing surface in the first place. The injury occurred in the final period with the Washington behind 38-7, rendering a recovery improbable. It is typical in such circumstances for teams to put in their backup quarterback to avoid harm to their starter.
“I get that. I’ve been reflecting about it constantly, too, and, wow, I erred,” he said of his decision to leave Jayden in the game. “This is 100% on me.”
Aftermath and Team Outlook
Marcus Mariota will be the Commanders’ starting quarterback from now on, but he will lead a roster in turmoil. After making the NFC championship game the prior year behind the rookie’s brilliance, the team have struggled this season. They also lost defensive back Marshon Lattimore (torn ACL) and wide receiver McCaffrey (collarbone fracture) on Sunday, and have a number of other starters on the injury list. The Washington squad are 3-6 on the season, and it would require a massive reversal for the team to make the playoffs.
