Commanders Activate Jayden Daniels After Knee Injury for Chargers Game

The Washington Commanders are seeing positive developments on the injury front ahead of their Week 5 game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Quarterback Jayden Daniels, who had been sidelined due to a knee sprain, has been medically cleared and is expected to start, wearing a protective knee brace. Wide receivers Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel are also making progress, with McLaurin still considered week-to-week and Samuel likely to play, which provides a boost to the team's offensive capabilities. Additionally, right guard Sam Cosmi has begun his 21-day practice window, signaling a possible return soon. These returns come as the Commanders aim to build momentum and improve their playoff chances in the competitive NFC East, despite some concerns about defensive consistency. Coach Dan Quinn emphasized a cautious approach but expressed optimism about the players' readiness to contribute effectively.