Doctors across the NFL believe Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is at heightened risk for another left elbow dislocation, sources told ESPN. Daniels visited specialists in New York and Los Angeles, and while many concluded playing with a brace is viable, some league doctors maintain that a player who has dislocated the same elbow twice in 11 months faces a significantly elevated chance of re-injury. Daniels participated fully in practice all week and is expected to start Sunday against the New York Giants.
Commanders offensive coordinator David Blough confirmed Daniels will be a "full go" with no offensive limitations. He will wear the brace for the remainder of the season. Rookie Athan Kaliakmanis will back him up, as Marcus Mariota is out with a sprained MCL.
Daniels stated he can perform all necessary quarterback duties, including taking snaps and executing handoffs, while wearing the brace.
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