Jayden Daniels’ Status for London Game Against Colts Uncertain Due to Elbow Injury

Greenville New Bern Washington, NC, September 30, 2026 — The starting status of Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels for the upcoming game against the Indianapolis Colts in London remains uncertain as he manages an elbow injury. Head Coach Dan Quinn indicated on Tuesday that it is currently too early to definitively confirm whether Daniels will be available to play in the international matchup.

Daniels has been dealing with an elbow issue, the specifics of which have not been fully disclosed. The Commanders organization is reportedly monitoring his condition closely as the team prepares for its trip to London. The potential absence of their starting quarterback raises questions about the team’s offensive strategy and performance against the Colts.

Coach Quinn stated that a decision on Daniels’ availability would likely be made closer to the game date, emphasizing that further evaluation is needed. The team has not provided a timeline for when more information regarding Daniels’ condition will be released. The exact nature and severity of the elbow injury have not been made public, nor has the extent of Daniels’ participation in recent team practices been detailed. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.

The game against the Indianapolis Colts is scheduled to take place in London. The Commanders will need to finalize their quarterback situation to ensure adequate preparation for this significant international fixture. Further updates are expected as the situation develops and more information becomes available from the team’s medical staff and coaching personnel.

Story summarized from the original created by KEN MAGUIRE, Associated Press on www.wnct.com, see more information here.

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