Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn has stated he shares some the blame for a major ailment to the team’s quarterback, Daniels.
Details of the Harm and Situation
Jayden Daniels, who had one of the greatest rookie campaigns in history the previous year, sustained a dislocated left elbow in Sunday’s defeat to the Seattle Seahawks. Even though the quarterback passes with his right arm, the injury has left his campaign uncertain. The injury was significant enough that the television broadcast avoided showing repeats and multiple players looked away as he was treated by medical staff.
Backlash and Coach’s Reaction
Quinn came under scrutiny as many felt the rookie should not have been on the field to begin with. The incident happened in the final period with the Commanders behind 38-7, making a comeback improbable. It is typical in such situations for teams to put in their reserve QB to avoid injuries to their starter.
“I get that. I’ve been reflecting about it constantly, too, and, man, I erred,” Quinn said of his choice to keep Daniels in the match. “This is 100% my fault.”
Fallout and Squad Prospects
Mariota will be the Commanders’ starting quarterback going forward, but he will guide a team in disarray. Following making the conference title game last season behind Daniels’s excellence, the team have struggled this season. They also saw injuries to cornerback Marshon Lattimore (ACL tear) and pass-catcher McCaffrey (collarbone fracture) on game day, and have a host of other starters on injured reserve. The Commanders are three wins and six losses so far, and it would take a huge reversal for the team to make the postseason.
