Commanders QB Jayden Daniels (Knee) Practices Fully, Plans to Play Sunday vs. Chargers
Alright, Commanders fans, some good news coming out of Washington! It looks like quarterback Jayden Daniels is gearing up to get back on the field. After a couple of weeks sidelined with that knee injury, Daniels was a full participant in Wednesday’s practice – a first in quite some time. And get this: he’s telling reporters he’s planning to suit up and play this Sunday when the Commanders face the Los Angeles Chargers.
Daniels, the Commanders’ star QB, has been out of action for the team’s last two games due to the knee issue. He did get some limited practice time in last week, but it wasn’t enough to get him cleared to play. Apparently, those local reporters spotted him sporting a knee brace during Wednesday’s practice, similar to what he wore last week.
"I’m not the biggest fan of it, but if that’s what I have to wear, I’ll do anything," Daniels said, according to The Athletic. "But we’ll have to see on Sunday."
The fact that he was able to go full-speed in practice so early in the week is definitely a positive sign that we’ll see him back in action for Week 5, barring any unexpected setbacks.
Before practice, Commanders head coach Dan Quinn seemed pretty optimistic. "He’ll get all the reps at the practice," Quinn said. "He’ll be back full speed, the execution, the timing, all of that. That’s really what I’m looking for, but he’s definitely champing at the bit to get going."
It’s worth noting that the Commanders went 1-1 with Marcus Mariota filling in under center while Daniels was recovering. Mariota did a serviceable job, but there’s no denying Daniels’ return would be a significant boost to the team’s offense.
But the good news doesn’t stop with Daniels! Coach Quinn also had some encouraging updates on a few other injured players. Wide receivers Terry McLaurin (quad), Noah Brown (groin, knee), and tight end John Bates (calf, groin) are all reportedly "trending up."
"All are trending up. … We’re making good progress with those guys," Quinn said.
Of course, we’ll have to wait and see where everyone’s at later in the week, but things are looking promising. With the Commanders sitting at 2-2, getting Daniels back, in particular, would be a huge advantage as they prepare to face a tough Chargers defense.
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