Jayden Daniels' Injury Update: Good News for Washington Commanders

Relief for Commanders Fans

Washington Commanders fans can breathe a sigh of relief. Star quarterback Jayden Daniels won't need surgery after dislocating his left elbow. Tests showed no ligament damage, which is great news for the team.

Injury Details

Daniels got hurt in the fourth quarter of a game against the Seattle Seahawks. He was tackled awkwardly, and his arm bent backward. It looked painful, but it turns out it wasn't as bad as it seemed. The team's coach, Dan Quinn, admitted he made a mistake by keeping Daniels in the game after he got hurt.

Recovery Timeline

The team isn't putting Daniels on injured reserve yet. They'll wait until after their Week 12 bye to see how he's doing. Doctors say it usually takes about three to six weeks to recover from this kind of injury. The exact time depends on how quickly Daniels heals and regains his strength.

Team's Struggles

The Commanders are having a tough season. They're 3-6 and on a four-game losing streak. Injuries and defensive mistakes are part of the reason. Daniels has already missed three games this season due to earlier injuries to his knee and hamstring.

Backup Plan

For now, backup quarterback Marcus Mariota will start the next two games. He'll play against the Detroit Lions and then in Madrid against the Miami Dolphins in Week 11. Fans are hoping Daniels can return soon to help turn the season around.