Jayden Daniels to practice and travel to London for Week 4 game

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is traveling to London for the team’s Week 4 game against the Indianapolis Colts and will practice this week, opening a narrow door to a potential return sooner than initially expected. Daniels suffered an elbow dislocation that sidelined him immediately for Week 3.

Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed via ESPN.com’s Jeremy Fowler that the high-profile starter is making the overseas trip and will participate in practice sessions. Early reports following the injury pointed to Week 4 being an unlikely return date, mirroring a similar three-game absence Daniels faced last season after suffering the same injury and aggravating it upon his return.

Travel Plans and Practice Schedule in London

The Commanders depart for England on Tuesday evening, with Daniels making the trip alongside several other injured roster members. Linebacker Frankie Luvu, dealing with a groin injury, and tight end Chig Okonkwo, managing a hamstring issue, will also travel to begin practicing. The status of guard Sam Cosmi, who is recovering from a concussion, and safety Nick Cross, dealing with an internal illness, remains uncertain. Quinn explained that the team’s medical roadmap is driven by specialist opinions. We’ll stick to that. The team will evaluate Daniels’ response during practice sessions throughout the week. Wednesday’s session will serve primarily as a walk-through following the long travel day, while Thursday’s workout will be run at full speed to provide a clearer indication of his availability for Sunday’s matchup.

Marcus Mariota and the Washington Roster Setup

With Daniels sidelined in Week 3, 12th-year veteran Marcus Mariota stepped in and directed the Commanders to an upset victory over the Seattle Seahawks. Mariota completed 183 yards and threw three touchdown passes against a formidable Seahawks defense, securing Washington’s first win of the season.

Mariota previously oversaw a 5-12 campaign last year that led to sweeping coaching staff changes. Despite his strong performance in his 83rd career start, the team’s management of Daniels’ return will hinge on medical clearance rather than rushing a long runway back. No surgery is currently scheduled for Daniels, though a procedure is expected to take place following the conclusion of the 2026 campaign.