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Commanders’ Jayden Daniels Breaks Silence With Social Media Post After Injury

The Washington Commanders are 0-2 entering their Week 3 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday afternoon.They’ll also have their offense led by veteran backup quarterback Marcus Mariota, who’s set to take over for star Jayden Daniels, who left last…

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 9:22 PM
Commanders’ Jayden Daniels Breaks Silence With Social Media Post After Injury
Key Things to Know
  • Jayden Daniels posted on Instagram following a dislocated elbow sustained in Week 2.
  • Daniels is meeting with doctors to decide between wearing a brace or having ligament surgery.
  • Marcus Mariota will start at quarterback for the Washington Commanders in Week 3.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels broke his silence on Instagram following a dislocated elbow suffered during the team's Week 2 matchup. Daniels shared a post featuring a blue heart and a quote that read, "Sometime you win, something you learn," receiving supportive comments from peers including Stefon Diggs and Von Miller.

Daniels has been evaluating treatment options, deciding between playing with a brace or undergoing ligament repair surgery. Commanders head coach Dan Quinn stated that the team requires several days following medical imaging to determine Daniels's next steps, while veteran backup Marcus Mariota will start in Week 3.

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