.John Keim, ESPN Workers WriterOct 23, 2024, 04:23 PM ETCloseJohn Keim deals with the Washington Commanders for ESPN. He signed up with ESPN in 2013 after a stint along with the Washington Message. He started covering the group in 1994 for the Publication Newspapers and eventually for the Washington Inspector. He has actually authored/co-authored four publications. You may also pay attention to him on 'The John Keim Record', which broadcasts on ESPN Richmond radio, and follow him on Twitter @john_keimASHBURN, Va.-- Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels carried out certainly not exercise Wednesday, but the rookie star's standing for Sunday's activity against the Chicago Bears stays uncertain.Daniels, that injured his ribs in the first one-fourth of Sunday's victory over Carolina, was actually designated as "week-to-week" through trainer Dan Quinn on Monday.The first-place Commanders (5-2), nevertheless, continue to be enthusiastic that Daniels may play against Caleb Williams as well as the Bears (4-2) in a matchup matching the top pair of gamers chosen within this year's NFL draft.Marcus Mariota, that replaced Daniels versus Carolina, will start Sunday if Daniels can not play.Quinn pointed out Daniels was actually scheduled to get procedure Wednesday as well as may participate in appointments and also walk-throughs. Quinn did not mention whether Daniels would certainly engage in Thursday or even Friday, including that he will deal with the novice's condition once more after process Friday.Editor's Picks1 Associated" I want to make certain he can completely express himself and carry out all things that he performs, which makes him so one-of-a-kind and unique," Quinn said.Daniels has actually made praise due to the fact that the springtime for his prep work and exactly how promptly he got Washington's outburst. He shows up to the location around 5 a.m. and frequently conducts his personal walk-through a hr or two eventually, according to multiple sources. He has actually continued utilizing digital reality modern technology to aid him get ready for video games, which he started carrying out at LSU last year.Wednesday denoted the 1st Leaders practice through which Daniels could not get involved since he was actually made in the spring season." The good news for him [is actually] there's a great deal of banked associates on things that he's carried out exceptionally effectively," Quinn said.Daniels suffered the injury on his very first play coming from scrimmage, a 46-yard rollick ideal side through which he was actually handled from the edge by one guardian and also from overdue by one more. Daniels dropped unclearly. He completed the series, yet before the upcoming belongings, he attempted to toss a warm-up elapsed, smirked, visited the subsidiary and also slammed his helmet to the turf.Mariota completed 18 of 23 masquerade 205 backyards and pair of goals in the 40-7 draw Carolina." Our experts have actually viewed him play I understand he is actually a terrific gamer," Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner stated of Mariota. "I know all he carries out is prepare as well as expect his possibility and that's what occurred. He made the most of the possibility and also conformed that our experts observe him participate in at all times." At the same time, Quinn stated Daniels' attitude has "been excellent, much like you 'd expect." Quinn added that Daniels won't be actually persuaded to send back due to the competition including Williams." It's about him and the readiness to prepare yourself as well as aid our staff," Quinn claimed. "That's why plenty of of his allies actually are attracted in the direction of him." Williams minimized the storylines of the 2024 No. 1 selection challenging versus the No. 2 pick, claiming his "work is actually to go win activities on Thursdays, Sundays and Mondays. That's it." Williams included that he desires Daniels to play Sunday when inquired whether he would certainly be actually let down if Daniels is sidelined with an injury." No. I hope he plays," Williams said. "Obviously you don't prefer to observe excellent as well as great players down, certainly not in games. It just creates the activity better. However no, I'm not reliant off of that match." Mariota, the No. 2 selection in the 2015 draught, mentioned he may share with Daniels his experience having actually missed out on 4 video games as a newbie." Firstly, simply being smart as well as recognizing what is actually essential," Mariota mentioned. "Beforehand in my occupation, you obtain quite developed approximately, 'I've come to play this week, I have actually got to play this week.' At times it's focusing on your health and wellness in the lasting." ESPN's Courtney Cronin supported this document.