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Under further review, everyone overreacted to Commanders' response to Jayden Daniels injury

Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels suffered a left elbow dislocation during the team's Week 2 loss against the Dallas Cowboys on September 24, 2026, forcing him to be carted off the field before halftime. X-rays confirmed the joint was not fractured, though the star player faces a period of absence.

A brief broadcast clip sparked severe criticism when the offensive line appeared to head straight to the locker room while medical personnel tended to the injured signal-caller. However, alternative fan footage and head coach Dan Quinn clarified that players actually returned to check on their teammate before referees enforced rules requiring them to leave the field.