Washington Commanders leader Dan Quinn has admitted he shares some the fault for a serious ailment to the team’s quarterback, Jayden Daniels.
Details of the Harm and Context
Jayden Daniels, who had among the best rookie campaigns of all time the previous year, sustained a displaced elbow joint in Sunday’s loss to the Seahawks. Although Daniels throws with his dominant arm, the issue has left his season uncertain. The condition was serious enough that the television broadcast did not show repeats and several players turned away as he was treated by team doctors.
Criticism and Leader’s Response
Coach Quinn faced scrutiny as many felt Daniels ought not to have been on the playing surface in the first place. The injury occurred in the final period with the Washington behind 38-7, making a comeback unlikely. It is typical in these situations for teams to put in their reserve QB to prevent harm to their starter.
“I get that. I’ve been reflecting about it constantly, too, and, wow, I erred,” Quinn remarked of his decision to keep Daniels in the game. “This is 100% my fault.”
Fallout and Squad Prospects
Marcus Mariota will be the Commanders’ starting quarterback from now on, but he will lead a team in disarray. Following reaching the conference title game the prior year thanks to the rookie’s excellence, the franchise have faced difficulties currently. They also saw injuries to defensive back Lattimore (torn ACL) and pass-catcher Luke McCaffrey (broken collarbone) on Sunday, and have a number of other key players on the injury list. The Commanders are three wins and six losses so far, and it would take a huge reversal for the club to make the postseason.
