The Commanders need a win to save their season, and they most likely will need to do it without their starting quarterback, Jayden Daniels.

During Thursday's press conference, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes commented on not facing Jayden Daniels in Week 8 |@EdEastonJr

Washington's playoff hopes are fading, but protecting their franchise quarterback matters more than chasing short-term wins

Quarterback Jayden Daniels will miss the Washington Commanders’ game at the Kansas City Chiefs because of an injured right hamstring and Marcus Mariota will start in his place.

Commanders head coach Dan Quinn formally ruled out quarterback Jayden Daniels for Monday night's upcoming matchup against the Chiefs. That means Marcus Mariota will make his third start of the season. Quinn added that Daniels still is not expected to be out for a long period of time.

Injuries have been a major storyline of Jayden Daniels' 2025 season. That will continue at least through Week 8

Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn says Jayden Daniels’ right hamstring injury is not significant or long-term.

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