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Commanders turn to 39-year-old Josh Johnson on Christmas with Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota hurt

With Jayden Daniels shut down for the regular season because of an elbow injury and backup Marcus Mariota sidelined, the Washington Commanders will start Josh Johnson against the D...

13 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Not available for Week 17 Washington head coach Dan Quinn said Wednesday that Mariota (hand/quadriceps) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Cowboys, Tashan Reed of The Washington Post reports...

Impact With Mariota set to be sidelined due to the pair of injuries he sustained in last Saturday's 29-18 loss to the Eagles, Josh Johnson will be called upon to make his first start since the 2021 season. Meanwhile, the newly signed Jeff Driskel will serve as Johnson's backup, and Washington plans to sign Sam Hartman off its practice squad to serve as the team's emergency No. 3 quarterback, per John Keim of ESPN.com. According to Ben Standig of Big 100 Washington D.C., Quinn said he still has hope that Mariota will be able to return for the Commanders' Jan. 4 regular-season finale in Philadelphia, though Mariota's availability will hinge on what he's able to do in practice next week.

13 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cowboys, Commanders out of playoffs ahead of their matchup

This matchup in the rivalry between the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders means nothing for either team

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Absent from practice again Mariota (hand/quadriceps) wasn't spotted on the field for practice Tuesday, Tashan Reed of The Washington Post reports.

Impact On track to be listed as a non-participant on the second consecutive Commanders practice report, Mariota would appear to be unlikely to be available to play Thursday against the Cowboys. In preparation of a potential Mariota absence for Week 17, the Commanders signed Jeff Driskel off the Cardinals' practice squad Monday to bolster their depth at quarterback. Driskel appears in line to serve as the backup Thursday to Josh Johnson, who came on in relief for a banged-up Mariota in this past Saturday's 29-18 loss to the Eagles.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sits out walkthrough Mariota (hand/quad) did not participate in Monday's walkthrough practice.

Impact Mariota is reportedly considered day-to-day due to injuries to his quadriceps and right throwing hand, which forced him out early during Saturday's loss to the Eagles. He'll have two more opportunities to get back on the practice field ahead of Thursday's home matchup against the Cowboys. With Jayden Daniels (elbow) already ruled out for the remainder of the 2025 season, Josh Johnson will stand to start Thursday for Washington if Mariota is ruled out for Week 17.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Commanders sign Jeff Driskel off the Cardinals' practice squad and put Cosmi, Lane, Goldman on IR

Quarterback Jeff Driskel has signed with the Washington Commanders to give them another last-resort option at that position with Jayden Daniels shut down for the season and top bac...

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Commanders' next emotional move is gaining momentum after Marcus Mariota injury A Christmas reunion could be in the cards.

2 DAYS AGO • RIGGOSRAG.COM

Considered day-to-day Mariota is considered day-to-day due to injuries to his throwing hand and quadriceps, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Mariota sustained both of the injuries during Saturday's 29-18 loss to the Eagles, which prevented him from returning to the contest. He needed stiches on his right hand, and his practice participation over the coming days will determine whether he will be available for Christmas Day against the Cowboys. Jayden Daniels (elbow) has been shut down for the rest of the regular season, so Josh Johnson would be in line to start Thursday if Mariota is unable to play.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

The Commanders showed more fight during a late brawl with the Eagles than during many games

Dan Quinn’s Washington Commanders showed more fight after a late 2-point conversion by the Philadelphia Eagles than they have during many plays and games in this 4-11 season filled...

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Jalen Hurts and the Eagles win their second NFC East title in a row by beating the Commanders 29-18

The Philadelphia Eagles have won their second straight NFC East title

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

4 Takeaways From the Eagles' Win Over the Commanders

The Eagles clinched the NFC East with a win over the Commanders. Here are our takeaways from Saturday night.

4 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

4 Takeaways From the Eagles' Win Over the Commanders

Marcus Mariota injury update: Latest news on Commanders QB's status in Week 16 game | Sporting News Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota is dealing with an injury in the third quarter of the Week 16 game against the Philadelphia...

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Marcus Mariota injury update: Commanders QB leaves game with hand injury vs. Eagles | Sporting News The Commanders went down to their third quarterback when Marcus Mariota exited against the Eagles.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Who is Commanders' emergency QB with Josh Johnson playing for injured Marcus Mariota? | Sporting News The Washington Commanders are down to their last active quarterback in Week 16 thanks to an injury to Marcus Mariota, who is now being repla...

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Commanders QB Marcus Mariota leaves game against Eagles with an injured right hand

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota has been replaced by third-stringer Josh Johnson early in the third quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Departs Week 16 game with hand issue Mariota is questionable to return to Saturday's matchup against Philadelphia due to a right hand injury.

Impact Mariota was also evaluated for a concussion but was cleared to continue playing. However, he may not do so if the right hand injury he's dealing with proves to be serious. Should Mariota be unable to return to action, Josh Johnson will step in to direct the Commanders' offense.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Highlight: Brandon Graham continues his dominance with an early sack Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham continues his dominance with an early sack of Marcus Mariota to end the Commanders' drive and the first...

4 DAYS AGO • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Why Marcus Mariota is starting for Commanders instead of Jayden Daniels in Week 16 | Sporting News Why is Marcus Mariota starting for the Washington Commanders instead of Jayden Daniels in Week 16? Find all the answers here as the Commande...

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Fantasy football start or sit Week 16: Terry McLaurin, Deebo Samuel, Marcus Mariota | Sporting News Some fantasy football start or sit advice for Washington Commanders wideouts Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel, and quarterback Marcus Mariota...

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

NFL Week 16 Preview: Stats and Storylines for 7 Games on FOX

We preview a full weekend of seven NFL games on FOX, led by Bears and Packers in a pivotal NFC North rematch.

5 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

NFL Week 16 Preview: Stats and Storylines for 7 Games on FOX

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels frustrated and disappointed by injuries he calls 'freak accidents'

Jayden Daniels says he was frustrated and disappointed by missing so much time during his second year in the NFL

DECEMBER 16 • Associated Press

Jayden Daniels' season is over | Eagles at Commanders Daily Updates Former Eagles backup quarterback Marcus Mariota will start for Washington on Saturday evening.

DECEMBER 15 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Will start final three games Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said Monday that Jayden Daniels (elbow) will not start any of Washington's final three regular-season games, leaving Mariota in position as QB1, JP...

Impact Mariota will close out the 2025 campaign under center for the Commandeers, while Josh Johnson works as the team's No. 2 quarterback. The veteran signal-caller completed 10 of just 19 pass attempts for 211 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's divisional win over the Giants, while also rushing 10 times for 43 yards. Mariota also fumbled twice versus New York, losing one. Next on deck for Mariota and Washington will be a home matchup against the Eagles on Saturday, after which the team will have a short preparation window before taking on the Cowboys on Thursday Night Football in Week 17. Mariota's last game of the season will be Week 18 road rematch against Philadelphia.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

The Commanders are capable of beating another bad team. What does that mean for next season?

All the Washington Commanders’ first victory in quite some time truly proved was that they can, indeed, beat one of the other worst teams in the NFL

DECEMBER 15 • Associated Press

Quiet in win over Giants Mariota completed 10 of 19 passes for 211 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 29-21 win over the Giants. He added 43 rushing yards on 10 carries and committed two fumbles, losing one...

Impact The Commanders leaned heavily on their ground attack for offense and also benefitted from a punt return TD by Jaylin Lane, but Mariota did hit Terry McLaurin for a 51-yard score in the fourth quarter to help put the game away. Washington's already eliminated from the playoffs and has little reason to rush Jayden Daniels (elbow) back into the lineup, but Mariota and his 10:7 TD:INT through 10 games is still just a placeholder for the second-year QB heading into a Week 16 matchup with the Eagles.

DECEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

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Commanders turn to 39-year-old Josh Johnson on Christmas with Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota hurt

Cowboys, Commanders out of playoffs ahead of their matchup

Commanders sign Jeff Driskel off the Cardinals' practice squad and put Cosmi, Lane, Goldman on IR

The Commanders showed more fight during a late brawl with the Eagles than during many games

Jalen Hurts and the Eagles win their second NFC East title in a row by beating the Commanders 29-18

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Commanders QB Marcus Mariota leaves game against Eagles with an injured right hand

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Commanders QB Jayden Daniels frustrated and disappointed by injuries he calls 'freak accidents'

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