Daniels returns to start Week 5 against the Chargers after knee rehab, restoring Washington's quarterback ceiling while Mariota flashed efficiency in Weeks 3-4 with 363 passing yards, 3 TDs and a rushing score. The Commanders sit a game behind Philadelphia in the NFC East and eye a primetime stretch against the Bears and Chiefs. Hartman (practice squad) and Johnson remain behind Daniels and Mariota on the depth chart, signaling limited immediate upside beyond the starter.

Washington Commanders host the Falcons in Week 4 with Daniels out again and McLaurin sidelined, forcing a reshaped offense as Croskey-Merritt returns and the offensive line adjusts. Atlanta counters with Mariota leading a thinner receiving corps, and Terrell out with a hamstring, prompting opportunities for Washington’s depth. Fantasy managers should watch how Washington leverages depth at RB/WR and how Atlanta presses without a top corner in a pivotal NFC matchup.

Washington's Week 4 quarterback plan is up in the air as Jayden Daniels returns to limited practice following a Week 2 knee sprain. The medical decision remains in the hands of doctors, with Daniels wearing a brace in practice. Marcus Mariota flashed as the fill-in in Week 3, and Josh Johnson sits as emergency depth. Daniels' health will dictate Washington's fantasy ceiling and who fantasy managers should trust behind center in the near term.

Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels is nursing a knee sprain after Thursday’s loss to Green Bay, with an MRI labeling the injury non-long-term and Week 3 status in doubt. If Daniels can’t go, Marcus Mariota would likely start, keeping four QBs in the fold (Daniels, Mariota, Josh Johnson, Sam Hartman on the practice squad). The situation creates Week 3 fantasy volatility and could shape streaming options and handcuff decisions early for fantasy managers.