Quinn Plans to Start Daniels Against Giants, Pending Setbacks

Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn said he plans to start Jayden Daniels against the New York Giants on Sunday, October 11, after the quarterback completed a full practice Wednesday while recovering from a dislocated left elbow. Quinn said the plan could change if Daniels has a setback, and Daniels said he would wear a brace on the elbow. Daniels missed Washington’s past two games after injuring his non-throwing arm in Week 2. He returned to practice this week as the Commanders prepare to host the Giants in Landover, Maryland. His participation in Wednesday’s session was a step toward returning, but the reports did not establish that he had received final medical clearance or confirm that he would play. The uncertainty has heightened the importance of Daniels’ status because backup Marcus Mariota left Washington’s 30-13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts in London with a knee injury. Rookie Athan Kaliakmanis took over at quarterback. A report said Mariota sprained his medial collateral ligament for a second time since the preseason, but his expected absence was not established.