ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — The biggest question for both the Commanders and the Raiders entering their game Sunday was, quite simply: Would Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels play? It turns out, the answer is no.

Instead, Marcus Mariota will get his first NFL start since 2022, when he played for Atlanta.

Daniels is the reigning AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and led the Commanders to a surprising 12-5 record a year ago, followed by a trip to the NFC title game. He is the engine that makes their offense go. He is one of the league’s most dynamic players, a skilled passer and runner.

But he hurt his left knee against Green Bay, missed practice this week, and coach Dan Quinn declared Friday that Daniels was out and Mariota was in.

“With his — not just his maturity, but hi

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