{
  "id": 715330,
  "title": "Jayden Daniels Praises New Commanders Teammate Stefon Diggs: 'He's a Dog'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/jayden-daniels-praises-new-commanders-teammate-stefon-diggs-hes-a-dog",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-13T00:21:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/jayden-daniels-praises-new-commanders-teammate-stefon-diggs-hes-a-dog-12316401"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In 2025, Jayden Daniels endured a disappointing season, attaining only seven appearances due to injury. He completed passes at a 60.6% rate, amassing 1,262 yards, eight touchdowns, and three interceptions, in addition to 278 rushing yards and two touchdowns. The Washington Commanders' performance suffered as a result, culminating in a 5-12 record. In 2024, Daniels, a rookie, led the team to a 12-5 season and the NFC Championship Game. To bolster the team's offensive capabilities, the Commanders enlisted the help of Pro Bowl wide receiver Stefon Diggs, a Maryland native. During a recent joint practice with Miami, Daniels displayed promising chemistry with Diggs, throwing a touchdown pass during 11-on-11 drills and executing several other high-quality plays. Daniels praised Diggs, calling him a \"dog\" for his playmaking ability, energy, and leadership. Despite Diggs' diminished form with the Patriots last season, he remains a reliable option with reliable hands. Daniels' rapport with Diggs is a positive sign for the Commanders as they enter a crucial season, where their performance will largely depend on their quarterback.",
  "summary": "Jayden Daniels raves about new Commanders WR Stefon Diggs after a strong joint practice against Miami.",
  "key_points": [
    "Jayden Daniels praised Stefon Diggs as a \"dog\" for playmaking ability.",
    "Daniels had a disappointing 2025 season with 7 appearances, 1,262 passing yards.",
    "Commanders' 2024 season ended with a 12-5 record and NFC Championship appearance."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Jayden Daniels' chemistry with Stefon Diggs, marked by promising plays and praise for Diggs' abilities, signals a boost to the Commanders' offense and quarterback performance in the crucial upcoming season.",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}