While his presence on the practice field is a positive development, head coach
Managing the Recovery Process
Daniels was spotted wearing a black brace on his left elbow, a piece of equipment he is expected to utilize for the remainder of the season. During the session, he engaged in footwork drills and took snaps from the center, eventually demonstrating his familiar throwing motion. According to Quinn, the team plans to increase his workload as the week progresses, with his eventual return contingent on strength, functionality, and pain tolerance.
The injury marks the third time Daniels has been sidelined during the 2025 season, following previous issues with his knee and hamstring. After consulting with specialists in New York and Los Angeles, the medical consensus was that he could return without immediate surgery, though the procedure remains a long-term possibility. Quinn noted that Daniels’ familiarity with the rehabilitation process—having dealt with a similar elbow injury in Week 9 of last season—has been an asset in his recovery.
Squad Status and Roster Updates
Should Daniels be unable to suit up on Sunday,
The injury report also includes linebacker Frankie Luvu and tight end Chig Okonkwo, both of whom are expected to practice this week despite lingering groin and hamstring issues, respectively. Additionally, running back Rachaad White missed Wednesday’s session due to a shoulder injury requiring ongoing treatment. In response to the team's backfield needs, the Commanders recently signed veteran running back Austin Ekeler to bolster their depth.
