Jayden Daniels: The most important thing is to be available for the team

Jayden Daniels, quarterback for the Washington Commanders, played a pivotal role in his rookie season in 2024 by leading the team to 12 regular-season wins and an appearance in the NFC Championship Game. However, his 2025 season was marred by injuries, limiting him to seven games and contributing to the Commanders' five-win season. Daniels dealt with knee, hamstring, and elbow issues, affecting his availability. He plans to focus on health and fitness during the offseason to ensure he remains available for the 2026 season. Daniels expressed a sense of responsibility, acknowledging that his absence impacted the team and emphasized that his top priority is to remain healthy and support his team. Marcus Mariota and Josh Johnson filled in for Daniels during his absence in 2025.