<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0PS3rc_0wNdnd2t00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0PS3rc_0wNdnd2t00" width="1200" height="675" >Commanders QB Jayden Daniels, a leading contender for Offensive Rookie of the Year, will be a game-time decision for the Week 8 matchup against the Chicago Bears due to a rib injury. Despite being a limited participant in practice, his availability has been uncertain all week. If Daniels cannot play, former No. 2 overall pick Marcus Mariota will start, backed up by Jeff Driskel. The Commanders opted not to elevate Sam Hartman from the practice squad, suggesting confidence in Daniels' potential return. Daniels sustained his injury during a 46-yard run against the Panthers, provoking concerns about his mobility and dynamic playmaking ability.<ul><li>Daniels was a limited participant in practice, participating in team drills but not individual drills.</li><li>There have been 44 different starting quarterbacks this season, nearing last year's record of 69.</li></ul>State of Play<ul><li>The Commanders have prepared to operate under the assumption that Mariota will start.</li><li>Mariota performed effectively with an 8-for-9 passing game for 86 yards in his last outing.</li></ul>Daniels' status will be finalized just before kickoff, impacting the Commanders' game strategy against the Bears. If he is unable to play, Mariota will have to quickly adapt to running the offense effectively while keeping the Bears' defense at bay.Bottom LineThe Commanders must prioritize Daniels’ long-term health alongside their immediate game needs. If he can’t play, Mariota’s experience will be critical in navigating an increasingly challenging quarterback landscape this season.</div></body>

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Jayden Daniels Game-Time Decision for Week 8: Impact for Commanders vs Bears

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels, a leading contender for Offensive Rookie of the Year, will be a game-time decision for the Week 8 matchup against the Chicago Bears due to a rib injury. Despite being a limited participant in practice, his availability has been uncertain all week. If Daniels cannot play, former No. 2 overall pick Marcus Mariota will start, backed up by Jeff Driskel. The Commanders opted not to elevate Sam Hartman from the practice squad, suggesting confidence in Daniels' potential return. Daniels sustained his injury during a 46-yard run against the Panthers, provoking concerns about his mobility and dynamic playmaking ability.