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It only took two drives for Jayden Daniels to obliterate sophomore slump fears

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Much of the talk around Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels this offseason centered on the potential for a sophomore slump after a rookie campaign for the ages. It didn't take long to put these fears firmly to rest.

Daniels was out to make an early statement against the New York Giants. A sold-out crowd at Northwest Stadium was expecting to see great things from the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. When offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury switched to a no-huddle offense on the second drive, they got it.

This plays to Daniels' strengths. He's a quick processor who does everything well.