Commanders Start Marcus Mariota vs Raiders Due to Jayden Daniels Knee Injury

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is sidelined with a knee sprain and will miss the upcoming game against the Las Vegas Raiders, with backup Marcus Mariota set to start in his place. Daniels has been limited in practice and is not expected to recover in time, with head coach Dan Quinn emphasizing a cautious approach to his return. Mariota, who previously backed up the Raiders, has been preparing as the starter and earned praise from coaches and teammates for his reliability and ability to run the team's offense without changes. Mariota's performance last season, including a game-winning touchdown, has inspired confidence in his capability to lead. The Commanders face the Raiders with a banged-up roster, while the Raiders are expected to have a full lineup, making this a crucial matchup for both teams. Mariota expressed gratitude for the opportunity and plans to maintain his routine to perform effectively if called upon.