Commanders QB Jayden Daniels says 2025 season left bitter taste
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels said Wednesday that last season's injuries and 5-12 record left him motivated for 2026. The team has changed offensive coordinators and is increasing Daniels' snaps from under center.
espn.comWashington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels said Wednesday that the team's 2025 season left a bitter taste. Daniels played seven games last year after suffering knee, hamstring and elbow injuries. He finished with 1,262 passing yards, eight touchdowns and three interceptions as the Commanders went 5-12.
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In his first two seasons, Daniels took 32 snaps from under center and attempted 18 passes. During Wednesday's session he executed play-action and bootleg plays from under center. "I love the offense, I love what Blough is doing," Daniels said.
Coach Dan Quinn said Daniels makes difficult plays look easy. Daniels also worked with his personal quarterbacks coach, Taylor Kelly, during the offseason session.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
3 events- 2024
Daniels named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year after NFC Championship appearance.
1 sourceESPN - 2025
Daniels suffered multiple injuries and played seven games in 5-12 season.
1 sourceESPN - May 27, 2026
Daniels said 2025 season left bitter taste during OTA session.
1 sourceESPN
Potential Impact
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Daniels will take more snaps from under center in 2026 season.
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New quarterbacks coach David Blough will call plays for Daniels.
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