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Jayden Daniels underwent imaging on his dislocated elbow on Monday.
Fantasy Impact
Daniels is now slated to consult with a variety of experts over the next few days. He remains without a clear timetable to return.
Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said QB Jayden Daniels dislocated his left elbow.
Fantasy Impact
Daniels will undergo additional testing Monday. The X-Rays on Sunday showed no fracture. Marcus Mariota closed out Sunday's game for Washington.
Jayden Daniels suffered an elbow injury on the final play of the first half for the Washington Commanders against the Dallas Cowboys Sunday.
Fantasy Impact
Daniels completed 11-of-17 for 96 yards and one touchdown while also rushing seven times for a team-leading 69 yards prior to exiting. Backup Marcus Mariota is in line to take over behind center against the Cowboys for head coach Dan Quinn Sunday.
Jayden Daniels completed 18-of-34 pass attempts for 164 yards and two touchdowns while also rushing five times for 31 yards on the Commanders’ 24-22 Week 1 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.
Fantasy Impact
Daniels was unable to find much success against a stout Philadelphia defense in the season opener, completing 53% of his pass attempts in the loss. The quarterback will look to offer more impactful results against a Dallas Cowboys defense that struggled in Week 1 against the New York Giants.
Commanders QB Jayden Daniels is set to start against the Lions on Saturday.
Fantasy Impact
Daniels had a very underwhelming sophomore campaign, largely due to injury. He and the starters will have an opportunity to build chemistry and momentum ahead of the regular season.