Washington Commanders leader Dan Quinn has admitted he bears some the blame for a major injury to the team’s quarterback, Jayden Daniels.
Details of the Injury and Context
Daniels, who had one of the greatest rookie campaigns in history last season, sustained a dislocated left elbow in Sunday’s defeat to the Seattle Seahawks. Even though Daniels throws with his right arm, the issue has placed his campaign uncertain. The injury was significant enough that the TV coverage did not show repeats and several players turned away as Daniels was attended to by team doctors.
Backlash and Coach’s Response
Coach Quinn faced scrutiny as many felt Daniels ought not to have been on the playing surface in the first place. The incident happened in the final period with the Washington trailing 38-7, rendering a comeback improbable. It is common in these situations for clubs to insert their reserve QB to avoid harm to their first-string player.
“I understand. I’ve been thinking about it constantly, too, and, wow, I missed it,” Quinn remarked of his choice to leave Jayden in the match. “This is 100% on me.”
Aftermath and Squad Outlook
Mariota will be the Commanders’ primary QB going forward, but he will guide a team in turmoil. Following reaching the conference title game the prior year behind the rookie’s brilliance, the franchise have struggled currently. They additionally saw injuries to cornerback Lattimore (ACL tear) and pass-catcher McCaffrey (collarbone fracture) on Sunday, and have a number of other key players on the injury list. The Washington squad are 3-6 on the season, and it would require a massive reversal for the club to make the postseason.
