For already three games now, Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has been missing in action due to injury, and many are wondering if he would be healthy enough to return against the Minnesota Vikings. He has been practicing over the past week, which is considered a good sign, but will he be healthy enough this week?
Technically, the Commanders are still in contention for the playoffs, but they are a longshot to make it. Even if they win, they might not be able to keep up with the teams on top of the standings, and Jayden Daniels coming back would not be much of a help, but his return could be the spark that the team needs right now to energize fans.
What Happened To Jayden Daniels?
Jayden Daniels dislocated his left elbow during that loss to the Seattle Seahawks, and this is now the second-year quarterback’s third injury this season. The Commanders have been been struggling and are barely hanging on without him, and he has been injured a lot this season, including suffering from a knee strain and a pulled hamstring.
Is Jayden Daniels Playing Week 14?
Jayden Daniels has been practicing at a limited capacity since Week 13, so his chances of playing during Week 14 are pretty high. However, it should be noted that he has not been cleared to play yet and is still questionable, but Commanders head coach Dan Quinn has noted that they are “closely monitoring” his situation. Last week, he stated that it was important for the Commanders that he returns this year if he is healthy enough.
Jayden Daniels Fantasy Outlook
For now, Fantasy Managers would just have to wait and see if Daniels would be cleared enough to have full practices with the team. If not, then there is a chance that the team would just let him rest for a little while longer. However, it should be noted that he does have a bigger chance of return this week, so waiting to see might be a better option.
Fantasy Replacement If Jayden Daniels Misses Week 14
Marcus Mariota has been decent over the last few weeks as Jayden Daniels’ backup, but for a long-term choice, given that the Commanders would probably miss the playoffs, a good choice should be Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold, who has been solid late into the season.
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