Jayden Daniels was despondent when he was told his services would not be needed again in 2025. The Washington Commanders took the long-term view, with the quarterback still awaiting medical clearance, bringing an abrupt and somber end to his sophomore NFL campaign.
Despite this setback, head coach Dan Quinn believes Daniels can still gain a significant amount from his altered role over the coming weeks before attention turns to the offseason. He made his stance on that crystal clear.
Daniels still wants to practice. He might not be preparing to start, but it keeps him around the setup.