Commanders quarterback update: Latest on Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota

The Washington Commanders' head coach, Dan Quinn, provided an update on injured backup quarterback Marcus Mariota following their Week 4 loss to the Indianapolis Colts in London. The team initially believed Mariota had a serious MCL injury that could potentially sideline him for the season. However, Quinn clarified on Monday that it was a sprained MCL, the same one he suffered during training camp.

Quinn expressed optimism that Mariota would make a return, stating that he would begin working his way back onto the field over the next week or so. With the Commanders set to play the New York Giants and San Francisco 49ers in the upcoming weeks, Mariota could be available for a Week 8 return. On the other hand, starting quarterback Jayden Daniels is expected to return to practice on Wednesday and take all the reps, with the goal of beginning the season on Sunday.

Daniels had previously dislocated his non-throwing left elbow during Week 2 against Dallas. The injury that sidelined Mariota last summer was similar to this one, but barring any setbacks, Washington appears to be fortunate with both quarterbacks' recoveries.