What happened: The quarterback landscape shifted significantly following a wave of early-season injuries. New York Giants starter Jaxson Dart is expected to undergo season-ending knee surgery, while Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has been ruled out for Week 3 with a dislocated left elbow. In Chicago, Caleb Williams is considered week-to-week due to a right hamstring issue.
Why it matters: The attrition forces immediate adjustments for franchises navigating the start of the regular season. Washington will turn to Marcus Mariota against Seattle, stalling Daniels' early momentum. Conversely, the Seahawks received positive news, with Sam Darnold on track to return under center Sunday after recovering from his own injury scare.
What to watch: Medical staffs will monitor Williams closely as the Bears prepare for Monday night. The Giants must now decide their long-term plan at the position following Dart's prognosis.