Jul 26, 2024; Ashburn, VA, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels speaks with the media after morning practice on day three of training camp at Commanders Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels will play in next weekend’s preseason opener against the New York Jets, head coach Dan Quinn said Sunday.
The Commanders used the second overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft on Daniels, the reigning Heisman Trophy winner.
“I think we’ve probably said it all along there’s been a whole process,” Quinn said Sunday. “Like, it’s not been a secret at all but a process of how we’re going to go get guys ready. So, the games are important, to go and play and get ready — not just with Jayden, but with everybody.”
Quinn did not disclose how long Daniels, 23, would play in Saturday’s game in East Rutherford, N.J.
Jets coach Robert Saleh said earlier this week it was unlikely his quarterback, 40-year-old Aaron Rodgers, would play in the preseason. Rodgers is coming off a torn Achilles sustained in the opening game last season.
Daniels completed 72.2 percent of his passes for 3,812 yards, 40 touchdowns and four interceptions last season at LSU. He also rushed for 1,134 yards and 10 scores in 12 games.
Washington Commanders fans have been eagerly awaiting the debut of their rookie quarterback, Jayden Daniels, and they won’t have to wait much longer. Head coach Dan Quinn announced that Daniels will take the field in the team’s upcoming preseason opener against the New York Jets.
The Commanders made a bold move by selecting Daniels with the second overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. The young quarterback comes with an impressive resume, having won the Heisman Trophy in his final collegiate season at LSU.
Quinn emphasized the importance of the preseason games in getting the team ready for the regular season. He did not reveal how much playing time Daniels would see in the upcoming game, but fans can expect to get a first look at the highly touted rookie in action.
On the other side, Jets coach Robert Saleh hinted that veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers is unlikely to play in the preseason as he continues to recover from a torn Achilles suffered last season. This sets the stage for an intriguing matchup between the young Daniels and the experienced Rodgers if they were to face off in the regular season.
Daniels showcased his talents at LSU, displaying impressive passing accuracy and dual-threat ability as a runner. With his combination of skills, he is poised to make an impact for the Commanders this season.
As the preseason approaches, football fans are eager to see how Daniels and the Commanders will fare in their first test against NFL competition. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting young quarterback’s journey in the league.
