Washington Commanders head coach Coach Quinn has admitted he shares some the blame for a serious injury to the team’s quarterback, Daniels.
Particulars of the Injury and Context
Daniels, who had one of the greatest rookie campaigns of all time the previous year, suffered a dislocated left elbow in the Sunday loss to the Seahawks. Although Daniels throws with his dominant arm, the issue has left his season in doubt. The condition was significant enough that the television broadcast did not show replays and multiple athletes looked away as he was attended to by team doctors.
Backlash and Leader’s Reaction
Coach Quinn faced scrutiny as numerous felt the rookie ought not to have been on the field in the first place. The injury occurred in the final period with the Washington trailing 38-7, making a comeback improbable. It is common in these circumstances for teams to insert their backup quarterback to avoid injuries to their starter.
“I get that. I’ve been reflecting about it nonstop, too, and, wow, I erred,” Quinn remarked of his choice to keep Daniels in the game. “That is 100% my fault.”
Fallout and Team Outlook
Mariota will be the team’s starting quarterback going forward, but he will guide a roster in disarray. Following making the NFC championship game last season behind the rookie’s brilliance, the team have struggled this season. They also saw injuries to defensive back Marshon Lattimore (ACL tear) and wide receiver Luke McCaffrey (collarbone fracture) on Sunday, and have a number of other starters on the injury list. The Commanders are 3-6 on the season, and it would take a huge turnaround for the team to reach the playoffs.
