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Rams’ gameplan vs. Commanders starts and ends with containing Jayden Daniels

Corralling athletic Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will be key to a Los Angeles Rams win in Week 9.

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 8:06 PM
Rams’ gameplan vs. Commanders starts and ends with containing Jayden Daniels
Key Things to Know
  • Writer John Sbisa argues the Rams must focus primarily on containing Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels.
  • Daniels has recorded 236 rushing yards and six passing touchdowns with zero interceptions through five games.
  • Washington enters the contest missing receivers Terry McLaurin, Dyami Brown, and Treylon Burks.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ramblin' Fan argues that the Los Angeles Rams' defensive game plan against the Washington Commanders must center on containing mobile quarterback Jayden Daniels in Week 9. Recalling defensive struggles against Josh Allen earlier in the season, writer John Sbisa asserts that defensive coordinator Chris Shula cannot afford to leave Daniels unmonitored as a scrambler.

Washington enters the matchup with depleted receiving options, missing Terry McLaurin, Dyami Brown, and Treylon Burks. Sbisa emphasizes that limiting Daniels's rushing impact and forcing him to operate strictly from the pocket will be essential for the Rams to secure a victory.

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