Commanders Coach Accepts Blame for Leaving Daniels in Game Before Significant Injury
Washington Commanders leader Dan Quinn has stated he shares some the blame for a major injury to the squad’s signal-caller, Daniels.
Details of the Injury and Context
Jayden Daniels, who enjoyed among the best first-year performances of all time the previous year, sustained a dislocated left elbow in the Sunday defeat to the Seahawks. Although Daniels throws with his right arm, the injury has left his season in doubt. The injury was significant enough that the TV coverage did not show replays and several athletes turned away as Daniels was treated by medical staff.
Backlash and Coach’s Reaction
Coach Quinn came under scrutiny as many believed the rookie ought not to have been on the field in the first place. The injury happened in the fourth quarter with the Commanders behind 38-7, rendering a comeback unlikely. It is typical in these circumstances for teams to put in their backup quarterback to prevent harm to their starter.
“I get that. I’ve been reflecting about it nonstop, too, and, wow, I erred,” he remarked of his choice to leave Daniels in the match. “That is 100% on me.”
Fallout and Squad Prospects
Marcus Mariota will be the Commanders’ primary QB going forward, but he will lead a team in disarray. After making the NFC championship game the prior year behind Daniels’s excellence, the franchise have struggled this season. They also saw injuries to cornerback Marshon Lattimore (ACL tear) and pass-catcher McCaffrey (collarbone fracture) on Sunday, and have a number of other starters on the injury list. The Commanders are three wins and six losses so far, and it would require a massive turnaround for the team to reach the postseason.
