Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn has admitted he bears a portion of the blame for a major ailment to the team’s quarterback, Daniels.
Particulars of the Injury and Context
Daniels, who had one of the greatest rookie campaigns of all time last season, suffered a dislocated left elbow in Sunday’s loss to the Seahawks. Even though Daniels throws with his dominant arm, the injury has placed his campaign uncertain. The injury was serious enough that the television broadcast did not show replays and several athletes looked away as he was attended to by medical staff.
Backlash and Coach’s Response
Coach Quinn came under criticism as many felt the rookie ought not to have been on the playing surface in the first place. The incident occurred in the final period with the Commanders trailing 38-7, making a comeback unlikely. It is typical in such circumstances for clubs to insert their backup quarterback to prevent injuries to their first-string player.
“I understand. I’ve been reflecting about it nonstop, too, and, wow, I erred,” he remarked of his choice to leave Daniels in the game. “This is 100% my fault.”
Fallout and Team Outlook
Marcus Mariota will be the team’s primary QB from now on, but he will guide a roster in disarray. After reaching the conference title game the prior year thanks to the rookie’s brilliance, the franchise have struggled currently. They also lost defensive back Marshon Lattimore (ACL tear) and pass-catcher McCaffrey (broken collarbone) on Sunday, and have a host of other key players on the injury list. The Commanders are three wins and six losses on the season, and it would take a huge reversal for the team to reach the playoffs.
