Washington Commanders leader Coach Quinn has stated he bears some the fault for a serious injury to the team’s quarterback, Daniels.
Details of the Injury and Context
Daniels, who enjoyed one of the greatest rookie campaigns of all time last season, suffered a dislocated left elbow in Sunday’s loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Although Daniels throws with his dominant 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.
Backlash and Coach’s Reaction
Coach Quinn came under scrutiny as many felt the rookie should not have been on the field to begin with. The injury occurred in the fourth quarter with the Commanders behind 38-7, making a recovery unlikely. It is common in these circumstances for teams to put in their backup quarterback to prevent injuries to their starter.
“I get that. I’ve been reflecting about it nonstop, too, and, wow, I missed it,” he said of his decision to leave Jayden in the match. “This is 100% on me.”
Fallout and Team Outlook
Marcus Mariota will be the Commanders’ starting quarterback from now on, but he will guide a roster in turmoil. Following making the NFC championship game the prior year thanks to the rookie’s excellence, the franchise have faced difficulties currently. They additionally saw injuries to cornerback Lattimore (ACL tear) and pass-catcher Luke McCaffrey (broken collarbone) on Sunday, and have a host of other starters on injured reserve. The Commanders are three wins and six losses so far, and it would take a massive reversal for the club to make the postseason.
