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Four glaring issues holding back the Commanders in 2025

The Washington Commanders are dealing with a frustrating mix of potential and inconsistency through the early part of the 2025 season. While there have been flashes of what this team can be under head coach Dan Quinn, too many familiar issues keep showing up.

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The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz

There are 26 active NFL quarterbacks who have thrown three touchdowns in a game at least eight times. How many of them can you name in five minutes?

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Washington Commanders News / Field Level Media / October 22

Reports: Commanders QB Jayden Daniels out vs. Chiefs

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is expected to sit out his team's game against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night, multiple media outlets reported on Wednesday.

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The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

Commanders Around the Web

In a season slipping away, Commanders are right to prioritize Jayden Daniels' health -- now and for the future · CBSSports.com

Jayden Daniels injury: Commanders QB to miss Week 8 showdown vs. Chiefs, Marcus Mariota slated to start · CBSSports.com

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels to miss Week 8 showdown vs. Chiefs due to hamstring injury, per reports · CBSSports.com

Reports: Jayden Daniels to miss Week 8 with hamstring injury · Pro Football Talk

Source: Daniels out vs. Chiefs; Mariota to start · ESPN

It's another brutal injury update for the Commanders, Jayden Daniels · Sporting News

Jayden Daniels News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

Jayden Daniels Injury Update: Commanders QB OUT With Hamstring Injury

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels suffered a hamstring injury against the Dallas Cowboys that will keep him out of Week 8’s action. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the reigning Rookie of the Year will miss Monday Night Football against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Jayden Daniels News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Is Jayden Daniels playing in Week 8 with his hamstring injury?

Jayden Daniels suffered another injury during the Washington Commanders’ Week 7 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, and the star quarterback is going to miss at least one game because of it.

Jayden Daniels News / Yardbarker / October 22

Commanders dealt significant blow with Daniels ruled out for Week 8

Commanders dealt significant blow with Jayden Daniels ruled out for 'MNF' Chiefs showdown

Daniels' hamstring injury threatens to derail Washington's season before it had a chance to get off the tracks.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

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Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / October 22

Commanders announce QB plans for Week 8

Jayden Daniels‘ rocky second season will endure another absence. Due to a hamstring strain suffered in Week 7, the standout Commanders quarterback will take a seat for at least a game. Marcus Mariota will draw the start against the Chiefs on Monday night, NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport reports.

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

The 'Rookie quarterbacks with an NFL playoff win' quiz

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 22

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels Out For Week 8, Marcus Mariota To Start

Ian Rapoport reports that Commanders QB Jayden Daniels will be out for Week 8 against the Chiefs due to a low-grade hamstring strain. This means that QB Marcus Mariota will get his third start of the season.

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Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / October 22

Why Commanders fans shouldn’t regret the ones ruthlessly cast aside

A few years ago, I had a conversation with someone who knew a lot more about the inner workings of the team now called the Washington Commanders than I did.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 22

Washington Commanders lose their sack leader; the stats show how bad it is

The biggest name everyone will be talking about this week, as the Washington Commanders get ready to face the Kansas City Chiefs, is Jayden Daniels. However, as important as Daniels is, there’s another injury that won’t be talked about as much, which should be getting at least close to the same amount of attention.

Marshon Lattimore News / Riggo's Rag / October 22

Commanders urged to make bold trade as Marshon Lattimore experiment backfires

The Washington Commanders have been heavily involved in trade activity over the last year. Adam Peters determined that this team was ahead of schedule, and he responded aggressively with several bold transactions that shook the NFL to its foundations.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / October 22

The Commanders should sign one free agent who became available at a position that's a major need this season

The Washington Commanders' season hasn't gone as planned, and they need to start winning games before their season goals become out of reach. It hasn't been all of the team's fault.

Dan Quinn News / Riggo's Rag / October 22

Dan Quinn finally saw the fatal flaw Commanders fans have seen for weeks

The Washington Commanders are below .500 for the first time in 2025 after their ugly Week 7 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. And make no mistake, there are more questions than answers moving forward.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / October 21

Commanders might get help from Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel for Week 8, but history says to not get too excited yet

The Washington Commanders have been riddled with injuries all season long, and the list continues to grow as the season progresses. Franchise quarterback Jayden Daniels has already suffered two separate injuries this season, and the wide receivers have only played two games together as a full unit.