{
  "id": 1312594,
  "title": "Commanders QB Marcus Mariota has a sprained MCL in his right knee, AP source says",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/commanders-qb-marcus-mariota-has-a-sprained-mcl-in-his-right-knee-ap",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-16T17:23:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Associated Press",
    "slug": "associated-press",
    "url": "https://apnews.com/article/marcus-mariota-injury-b1e77d6d738f8623b741562f94b4d954"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota suffered a sprained medial collateral ligament in his right knee during the preseason opener against the Miami Dolphins on Friday night, according to a source familiar with the situation. The 32-year-old Mariota, who was the starter at the time, was seen walking off the field during the first half of the game against the Dolphins. The injury's severity is currently unknown, but it is expected to sideline Mariota for a portion of the regular season. Currently, the Commanders have two quarterbacks on their roster: starter Jayden Daniels and backup Marcus Mariota, with Sam Hartman and rookie Athan Kaliakmanis being the other options. Coach Dan Quinn is scheduled to address the media later on Sunday regarding the team's plan moving forward at the quarterback position.",
  "summary": "Washington Commanders backup quarterback Marcus Mariota has a sprained medial collateral ligament in his right knee, according to a person familiar with the…",
  "key_points": [
    "Marcus Mariota sprained MCL in right knee during preseason opener",
    "Injury severity unknown, expected to sideline for part of season",
    "Commanders have two quarterbacks: Jayden Daniels and Mariota"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Commanders QB Marcus Mariota has a sprained MCL in his right knee, AP source says",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/commanders-qb-marcus-mariota-has-a-sprained-mcl-in-his-right-knee-ap-1313758",
        "published": "2026-08-16T16:52:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}