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Commanders' Daniels Injured Again, Team's Playoff Hopes Dashed

12/8/2025

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Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels exited the game against the Minnesota Vikings in the third quarter after aggravating a left elbow injury.
Coach Dan Quinn said it was a coach's decision to keep him out, despite the team trailing 14-0.
Daniels dislocated his elbow in Week 9, missed three games, and was replaced by Marcus Mariota.
The Commanders are on a seven-game losing streak and are eliminated from playoff contention.

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Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels exited the game against the Minnesota Vikings in the third quarter after aggravating a left elbow injury.
Coach Dan Quinn said it was a coach's decision to keep him out, despite the team trailing 14-0.
Daniels dislocated his elbow in Week 9, missed three games, and was replaced by Marcus Mariota.
The Commanders are on a seven-game losing streak and are eliminated from playoff contention.