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NFC Notes: Jayden Daniels, Joey Porter Jr., Commanders, Cowboys, Giants

Commanders Commanders QB Jayden Daniels said he isn’t worried about reinjuring his left shoulder and is ready to play. “That’s what the brace is for,” he said, via ESPN. “If I had that concern, I would have gotten surgery.” Daniels…

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 10:00 PM
NFC Notes: Jayden Daniels, Joey Porter Jr., Commanders, Cowboys, Giants
Key Things to Know
  • Key NFC updates cover Jayden Daniels' shoulder health, Joey Porter Jr.'s trade to Dallas, and Giants roster moves.
  • Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels stated he consulted specialists and has no concerns about reinjuring his left shoulder.
  • Cowboys owner Jerry Jones defended the trade for cornerback Joey Porter Jr. as part of reshaping the defense.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels confirmed he is ready to play without concerns regarding his left shoulder after consulting specialists. Meanwhile, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones defended acquiring cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the Pittsburgh Steelers to upgrade the defense, despite external criticism suggesting the team may have overpaid.

In New York, the Giants acquired quarterback J.J. McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings following a season-ending injury to Jaxson Dart. Additionally, Giants pass rusher Abdul Carter addressed the need for the defensive front to step up after Brian Burns was lost for the season.

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