Dan Quinn admits the team began altering Jayden Daniels' development weeks ago to protect him from the "hero ball" injuries that derailed 2025.

Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders won just five games in the 2025 season and missed the playoffs. At 5-12, they finished third in the division and 14th in the entire NFC.

Late in this disaster of a season for the Washington Commanders, one filled with poor play, lopsided losses and a litany of injuries — none more significant than the series of issues that affected Jayden Daniels — coach Dan Quinn was asked to offer an evaluation of his star quarterback’s second year in the NFL.

The Washington Commanders' offseason is underway, and massive changes need to be made after a nightmare of a season.Head coach Dan Quinn faces a make-or-break offseason where he needs to nail every move he makes.

A dispiriting season for the team and its franchise quarterback may bring significant changes: “You don’t want to have locker room clean out this early.”

Washington Commanders quarterback Jaden Daniels didn't have the season he had hoped for in 2025 with the team. After making it all the way to the NFC Champions

The Washington Commanders have reportedly left Jayden Daniels unhappy with their bold move on Tuesday. Daniels and several of his teammates are

For the Commanders to get back on track, their coach, general manager and starting quarterback are all going to have to give a little.

A relationship with Dan Quinn could be key, although the Washington coach seems open to bringing in somebody else with a fresh perspective.