Marcus Mariota news
The gist
Jayden Daniels dislocated his left elbow, so Marcus Mariota will start at QB for Washington.
Mariota, 32, steadied this team before and now faces the 2-0 Seahawks.
How it unfolded
- Sep 20, 2026Jayden Daniels dislocated his left elbow on the final play of the first half against the Cowboys; he was carted to the locker room and ruled out after halftime.
- Sep 20, 2026Marcus Mariota relieved Daniels, completing 11-of-16 passes for 111 yards and a 20-yard touchdown to Diggs.
- Sep 21, 2026Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed Mariota will start in Week 3 against the Seahawks; Daniels underwent imaging and will consult specialists, with no return timeline.