Is Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels out for the season after injuring his elbow against the Dallas Cowboys? No. While initial tests confirmed a dislocated left elbow, X-rays revealed no fracture, and head coach Dan Quinn expects the star quarterback back on the field this season.
The injury occurred on the final play of the first half during Washington’s 37-20 loss to Dallas. On a third-and-goal snap from the 1-yard line, Daniels’ foot appeared to get caught with left guard Chris Paul. As he fell to the turf, Daniels attempted to brace himself with his left hand, causing his elbow to bend backward.
Daniels was evaluated by medical staff and later left the locker room with his left arm in a sling. While preliminary X-rays brought encouraging news by ruling out a broken bone, he is scheduled to undergo further imaging tests to assess any additional tissue or ligament damage.
Despite the alarming visual, Dan Quinn expressed confidence postgame that Daniels will play again before the end of the year.
“I haven’t had any reason to think otherwise,” Quinn said regarding his quarterback’s eventual return.
In the interim, veteran backup quarterback Marcus Mariota — who played the entire second half against Dallas — will take over starting duties until Daniels is cleared to return to action.
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