Jayden Daniels, the Washington Commanders quarterback, exited Sunday’s defeat against the Dallas Cowboys prematurely due to a hamstring issue sustained in the third quarter.
The injury led supporters to draw parallels between the second-year quarterback and Robert Griffin III, the ex-NFL player. The Baylor alum enjoyed a sensational initial season upon joining the league in 2012, but subsequent knee injuries impacted his career.
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Regina Jackson, Daniels’ mother, implored fans to cease comparing her son to Griffin.
“I would appreciate it if you discontinued projecting RGIII onto my son. Words hold power, and that is the sole topic of discussion,” she expressed in an X post.
Daniels was slated for an MRI on his hamstring on Monday. This marks the second instance this season that the current Offensive Rookie of the Year has been sidelined with an injury. He previously managed a knee sprain during Weeks 3 and 4.
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He completed 12 of 22 passes for 156 yards and one touchdown against the Cowboys. Nevertheless, Dallas secured a 44-22 triumph. The primary concern for Washington revolved around the injury.
“It’s difficult. He has been competing all year, and I am aware that it can be quite disheartening,” Commanders reserve quarterback Marcus Mariota commented regarding Daniels.
Mariota substituted for Daniels during the game. He threw an interception that resulted in a pick-six by Cowboys defensive back DaRon Bland.
Washington’s record stands at 3-4 this season following their loss to Dallas.
The Associated Press assisted in the creation of this report.
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