Commanders Coach Takes Responsibility for Keeping Daniels in Contest Before Significant Harm
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn has admitted he shares some the blame for a serious ailment to the squad’s quarterback, Daniels.
Particulars of the Harm and Context
Daniels, who enjoyed among the best rookie campaigns of all time last season, suffered a displaced elbow joint in the Sunday loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Although the quarterback throws with his right arm, the injury has left his season uncertain. The condition was serious enough that the TV coverage avoided showing replays and multiple players turned away as he was treated by medical staff.
Backlash and Leader’s Reaction
Quinn came under criticism as many believed Daniels should not have been on the playing surface in the first place. The injury happened in the final period with the Washington trailing 38-7, rendering a recovery unlikely. It is common in these circumstances for teams to put in their reserve QB to avoid harm to their starter.
“I get that. I’ve been reflecting about it nonstop, too, and, man, I erred,” Quinn said of his decision to leave Jayden in the game. “This is 100% my fault.”
Aftermath and Squad Outlook
Marcus Mariota will be the team’s primary QB from now on, but he will lead a team in disarray. After reaching the conference title game the prior year thanks to Daniels’s excellence, the franchise have struggled currently. They additionally lost defensive back Marshon Lattimore (ACL tear) and pass-catcher McCaffrey (collarbone fracture) on game day, and have a host of other key players on injured reserve. The Washington squad are 3-6 on the season, and it would take a huge reversal for the team to reach the postseason.
