Commanders Coach Takes Blame for Keeping Jayden Daniels in Contest Prior to Significant Harm
The Commanders head coach Coach Quinn has admitted he shares a portion of the fault for a major injury to the team’s quarterback, Daniels.
Details of the Injury and Context
Daniels, who had one of the greatest rookie campaigns of all time last season, sustained a displaced elbow joint in Sunday’s loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Although Daniels throws with his right arm, the injury has placed his season uncertain. The injury was serious enough that the TV coverage avoided showing repeats and multiple players looked away as Daniels was treated by medical staff.
Criticism and Coach’s Reaction
Quinn faced scrutiny as numerous felt the rookie should not have been on the field to begin with. The injury occurred in the fourth quarter with the Washington trailing 38-7, making a comeback unlikely. It is common in these circumstances for clubs to put in their reserve QB to prevent injuries to their first-string player.
“I get that. I’ve been reflecting about it nonstop, too, and, man, I erred,” Quinn remarked of his choice to leave Daniels in the match. “This is 100% my fault.”
Fallout and Squad Prospects
Mariota will be the team’s starting quarterback going forward, but he will lead a roster in turmoil. After making the NFC championship game the prior year thanks to the rookie’s brilliance, the team have struggled currently. They also saw injuries to cornerback Marshon Lattimore (ACL tear) and wide receiver McCaffrey (collarbone fracture) on Sunday, and have a number of other key players on injured reserve. The Commanders are 3-6 so far, and it would take a huge turnaround for the club to make the postseason.
