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NFL·INJURY·September 22, 2026 02:57 PM ET

Kyle Long criticizes Commanders offensive line after Jayden Daniels injury

The quarterback dislocated his left elbow on the play.

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"Jayden Daniels' on the ground, writhing in pain and his offensive lineman are moseying to the sideline. Nobody is surro

What happened: Analyst Kyle Long criticized the Washington Commanders' offensive line for their body language following an injury to Jayden Daniels. Long pointed out that players walked to the sideline rather than checking on their quarterback while he remained on the ground in pain.

Why it matters: The lack of immediate urgency from his protectors drew national scrutiny from the former lineman. Daniels suffered a dislocated left elbow, forcing the team to turn to backup options.

What to watch: Washington must navigate the fallout of the absence while addressing the apparent disconnect along the offensive front.

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