Commanders hit with Jayden Daniels injury scare days before facing Packers

The Washington Commanders are monitoring a potential concern with quarterback Jayden Daniels after he appeared on Monday’s injury report ahead of a quick turnaround for Thursday Night Football against the Green Bay Packers.

Daniels injury raises questions before Packers matchup

Daniels was listed with a right wrist injury, though Washington did not practice and his participation was only an estimation. Encouragingly, he was projected as a full participant, suggesting the issue may be minor. Still, for a quarterback, any discomfort in the throwing wrist is something worth keeping an eye on.

The Commanders are fresh off a 21-6 win over the New York Giants in Week 1, where Daniels completed 19 of 30 passes for 233 yards and a touchdown, adding 68 rushing yards on 11 carries. His dual-threat ability will be critical against a Packers defense that looked dominant in a season-opening win over the Lions.

Green Bay will also be featuring new star pass rusher Micah Parsons, who was acquired in a blockbuster trade from the Dallas Cowboys. The matchup with Parsons is already a major storyline, and Daniels’ wrist status only adds another layer of intrigue heading into Thursday night.

For now, the Commanders expect Daniels to be under center, but with such a short week, fans will be watching closely for any updates before kickoff.

Related stories

Live

Washington's commanding display cuts down Giants

NFL

Week 1 NFL Power Rankings

Get your game on! Whether you’re into NFL touchdowns, NBA buzzer-beaters, world-class soccer goals, or MLB home runs, our app has it all.

Dive into live coverage, expert insights, breaking news, exclusive videos, and more – plus, stay updated on the latest in current affairs and entertainment. Download now for all-access coverage, right at your fingertips – anytime, anywhere.