Washington Commanders leader Coach Quinn has stated he shares some the blame for a serious ailment to the team’s quarterback, Daniels.
Particulars of the Injury and Context
Jayden Daniels, who enjoyed among the best rookie campaigns of all time last season, sustained a dislocated elbow joint in the Sunday defeat to the Seahawks. Although the quarterback passes with his right arm, the injury has left his campaign in doubt. The condition was significant enough that the television broadcast did not show replays and several players looked away as he was attended to by medical staff.
Backlash and Coach’s Reaction
Coach Quinn faced criticism as numerous felt Daniels should not have been on the field in the first place. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter with the Washington behind 38-7, making a comeback improbable. It is common in such circumstances for clubs to insert their backup quarterback to prevent injuries to their starter.
“I understand. I’ve been reflecting about it nonstop, too, and, man, I erred,” Quinn said of his choice to keep Daniels in the game. “This is 100% my fault.”
Fallout and Squad Outlook
Mariota will be the Commanders’ primary QB going forward, but he will guide a team in turmoil. After making the NFC championship game the prior year behind the rookie’s excellence, the franchise have struggled currently. They also lost cornerback Lattimore (ACL tear) and pass-catcher Luke McCaffrey (collarbone fracture) on Sunday, and have a host of other key players on injured reserve. The Washington squad are three wins and six losses on the season, and it would require a huge turnaround for the club to make the playoffs.
