Injuries have derailed his sophomore season. Now, the Washington Commanders' quarterback finds himself ranked last in his division by a national analyst.

The Washington Commanders are linked to a trade proposal for a $30 million cornerback as injuries continue to test their depth.

Daniels was officially ruled out on Thursday with a low-grade hamstring strain he suffered in last week's loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Head coach Dan Quinn said the injury is not significant or long term and that the team wanted Daniels to focus on rehabbing to be ready for Week 9. Daniels has already missed two games this season with a knee injury.

The Washington Commanders suffered their fourth loss of the season to bring them back under .500 after dropping a huge NFC East battle against the Dallas Cowboy

The Washington Commanders left the last NFL season as a big winner but at 3-3 in 2025, has struggled to build onto that breakout success.

Facing the league's 25th-best defense against the pass, the Chiefs could utilize the run as well, as the Commanders are subpar — 20th in the league — in that regard, too. Mahomes recently explained that his rookie running back, Brashard Smith, is “making progress” and could be a factor in Monday night's game.

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith placed the blame for the Washington Commanders' 3-4 start squarely on the shoulders of ownership and front office.

News that Commanders receivers Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel are healthy while quarterback Jayden Daniels is out for Monday's game against Kansas City headline this look at Thursday's NFL news.

Washington's top pass rusher, Dorance Armstrong, was lost for the season after injuring his knee in Sunday's loss to the Cowboys. Armstrong's 5.5 sacks lead the Commanders, and his injury is the latest blow to the position. Washington has already lost defensive ends Deatrich Wise and Javontae Jean-Baptiste for the season.