Washington Commanders Rookie QB Jayden Daniels Out of Practice Due to Rib Injury: U.S. News & World Report

Washington Commanders fans were left holding their breath as rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels missed practice on Tuesday due to a rib injury. The highly anticipated debut of the young signal-caller has been put on hold as he continues to recover from the setback.

Daniels, who was selected in the first round of this year’s NFL draft, has been turning heads in training camp with his impressive arm strength and mobility. Fans were eager to see him take the field and lead the Commanders to victory, but those plans have been put on hold for the time being.

Head coach Ron Rivera expressed confidence in Daniels’ ability to bounce back from the injury, but emphasized the importance of taking things slow and ensuring that he is fully healthy before returning to action. “Jayden is a talented young player with a bright future ahead of him,” Rivera said. “We want to make sure he is 100% before we put him back on the field.”

In the meantime, veteran quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick is expected to step in and lead the team in Daniels’ absence. Fitzpatrick, known for his experience and leadership on the field, will provide a steady hand at the quarterback position until Daniels is ready to return.

Commanders fans may have to wait a little longer to see their rookie quarterback in action, but the future looks bright for Jayden Daniels and the team as a whole. Stay tuned for updates on his recovery and when he will make his long-awaited debut on the field.