Washington, D.C. — In a stunning and worrying moment during Sunday Night Football, Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels suffered a gruesome injury to his left, non-throwing arm in the fourth quarter of the Week 9 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. The incident occurred with 7:29 remaining in the game near the goal line while Daniels was being tackled, resulting in his left arm bending unnaturally and forcing him to exit the game.
Despite the Washington Commanders trailing decisively at 38-7 against Seattle, Daniels remained on the field, raising questions about his participation late in a lopsided contest. Fortunately, Daniels was able to walk off the field under his own power, albeit with his arm secured in a brace, and left for further medical evaluation.
This injury compounds an already challenging season for the second-year quarterback, who had recently returned from a hamstring injury that sidelined him for the previous game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Daniels had also missed two earlier games this season due to a left knee injury. His season trajectory has been hindered by these recurring health setbacks.
Prior to the injury, Daniels had an active performance against Seattle, completing 16 of 22 passes for 153 yards. While he did not throw a touchdown pass and had one interception, he contributed significantly on the ground with 10 carries for 51 yards and a rushing touchdown, demonstrating his versatility and mobility despite ongoing physical challenges.
Veteran quarterback Marcus Mariota promptly entered the game to replace Daniels and is expected to take over starting duties while Daniels undergoes recovery. The Commanders will await detailed test results to determine the extent of Daniels’ injury, with early indications suggesting he could miss multiple weeks or potentially the remainder of the 2025 NFL season.
Commanders head coach Dan Quinn has addressed the injury with concern but has not provided a definitive timeline for Daniels’ return. This leaves the team and fans anxiously monitoring the situation as Washington navigates a difficult season.
Jayden Daniels’ injury adds to the instability faced by the Commanders, who have been battling various player health issues. The team also continues to miss top wide receiver Terry McLaurin due to a quadriceps injury, limiting the offensive options available to the coaching staff.
As the Washington Commanders regroup, much will depend on the outcome of Daniels’ medical evaluations and his rehabilitation progress. The quarterback’s health is pivotal to Washington’s offensive prospects moving forward.
More updates on Daniels’ status are expected in the coming days as the Commanders prepare for their upcoming games.