Commanders Coach Takes Blame for Leaving Jayden Daniels in Contest Before Serious Injury
The Commanders head coach Dan Quinn has admitted he shares some the fault for a major ailment to the team’s quarterback, Jayden Daniels.
Details of the Injury and Context
Daniels, who enjoyed among the best rookie campaigns of all time last season, suffered a dislocated elbow joint in Sunday’s loss to the Seahawks. Even though the quarterback throws with his dominant arm, the injury has left his campaign uncertain. The injury was serious enough that the TV coverage avoided showing repeats and several athletes looked away as he was attended to by medical staff.
Criticism and Leader’s Response
Quinn came under scrutiny as many felt Daniels ought not to have been on the field to begin with. The incident happened in the final period with the Washington behind 38-7, rendering a recovery unlikely. It is common in such circumstances for clubs to put in their reserve QB to avoid injuries to their first-string player.
“I understand. I’ve been thinking about it nonstop, too, and, man, I erred,” Quinn remarked of his choice to leave Jayden in the game. “This is 100% my fault.”
Aftermath and Squad Prospects
Marcus Mariota will be the Commanders’ starting quarterback from now on, but he will lead a team in disarray. Following making the NFC championship game the prior year thanks to the rookie’s brilliance, the franchise have faced difficulties this season. They also saw injuries to cornerback Marshon Lattimore (ACL tear) and wide receiver McCaffrey (collarbone fracture) on Sunday, and have a number of other starters on injured reserve. The Washington squad are 3-6 on the season, and it would take a huge reversal for the club to reach the playoffs.
