NFL doctors believe Jayden Daniels will re-injure elbow

Washington hopes to start him Sunday vs the 5-2 Giants.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

There are doctors around the NFL who believe it's a matter of when, not if, Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Dan Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Medical professionals around the NFL believe Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will inevitably re-injure his left elbow. The consensus is that another issue with the joint is a matter of when, rather than if.

Why it matters: The structural concerns surface as the Commanders remain hopeful Daniels can start against the New York Giants. Washington has notably kept the passer off injured reserve to maintain his immediate availability.

By the numbers: Washington averages 17.7 points per game while yielding 26.7 points defensively this season. The 2-5 Commanders are listed as over the 5-2 Giants, who allow just 14.4 points per contest.

What to watch: The Commanders host the Giants on Sunday.

Sources

@AdamSchefter 2026-10-11T11:26:18.315847+00:00

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