The Commanders have already ruled out starting quarterback Jayden Daniels for the MNF game against the Chiefs with a hamstring injury.

WASHINGTON — Quarterback Jayden Daniels will miss the Washington Commanders’ game at the Kansas City Chiefs because of an injured right hamstring and Marcus Mariota will start in his place, the team announced. Washington (3-4) has lost two games in a row heading into the contest at Kansas City (4-3).

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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.

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