The Commanders head coach Coach Quinn has stated he shares some the blame for a major injury to the team’s quarterback, Daniels.
Particulars of the Injury and Context
Daniels, who had among the best rookie campaigns in history the previous year, suffered a dislocated left elbow in Sunday’s loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Even though Daniels throws with his right arm, the issue has placed his campaign uncertain. The injury was serious enough that the TV coverage avoided showing replays and several athletes turned away as he was attended to by team doctors.
Criticism and Leader’s Reaction
Quinn faced criticism as many believed the rookie ought not to have been on the playing surface in the first place. The injury happened in the final period with the Washington behind 38-7, rendering a recovery unlikely. It is typical in such situations for clubs to put in their reserve QB to avoid injuries to their first-string player.
“I understand. I’ve been reflecting about it nonstop, too, and, man, I erred,” Quinn said of his choice to leave Jayden in the game. “This is 100% on me.”
Fallout and Squad Prospects
Mariota will be the Commanders’ primary QB from now on, but he will guide a team in disarray. After reaching the conference title game the prior year thanks to the rookie’s excellence, the team have faced difficulties this season. They also lost cornerback Lattimore (ACL tear) and wide receiver McCaffrey (broken collarbone) on Sunday, and have a host of other key players on the injury list. The Commanders are three wins and six losses on the season, and it would take a massive turnaround for the club to reach the postseason.
