.John Keim, ESPN Personnel WriterOct 23, 2024, 04:23 PM ETCloseJohn Keim covers the Washington Commanders for ESPN. He participated in ESPN in 2013 after a job with the Washington Article. He began covering the crew in 1994 for the Journal Newspapers and later on for the Washington Inspector. He has authored/co-authored 4 publications. You may additionally listen closely to him on 'The John Keim Record', which broadcasts on ESPN Richmond radio, and follow him on Twitter @john_keimASHBURN, Va.-- Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels performed certainly not practice Wednesday, yet the rookie superstar's standing for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears remains uncertain.Daniels, who wounded his ribs in the 1st fourth of Sunday's victory over Carolina, was actually labeled as "week-to-week" through trainer Dan Quinn on Monday.The first-place Commanders (5-2), having said that, continue to be hopeful that Daniels can easily bet Caleb Williams as well as the Bears (4-2) in a competition pitting the leading 2 players decided on in this year's NFL draft.Marcus Mariota, who switched out Daniels versus Carolina, would certainly begin Sunday if Daniels can not play.Quinn pointed out Daniels was actually booked to receive procedure Wednesday and also can easily take part in meetings as well as walk-throughs. Quinn performed not point out whether Daniels would engage in Thursday or Friday, including that he would certainly attend to the newbie's condition once again after method Friday.Editor's Picks1 Related" I wish to see to it he may totally reveal themself and do all the things that he performs, which makes him so special as well as exclusive," Quinn said.Daniels has gotten approval considering that the springtime for his planning and just how rapidly he picked up Washington's outburst. He comes in to the facility around 5 a.m. as well as commonly conducts his personal walk-through an hour or so later on, depending on to a number of resources. He has proceeded using virtual fact technology to assist him prepare for video games, which he began performing at LSU final year.Wednesday noted the very first Leaders process in which Daniels could not get involved because he was prepared in the springtime." The bright side for him [is] there is actually a lot of banked associates on traits that he's carried out incredibly well," Quinn said.Daniels went through the trauma on his 1st play from scrimmage, a 46-yard run around ideal side through which he was actually tackled from the side through one protector and also coming from overdue by another. Daniels fell awkwardly. He completed the collection, yet prior to the following property, he attempted to throw a workout successfully pass, smirked, mosted likely to the subsidiary and also pounded his safety helmet to the turf.Mariota finished 18 of 23 passes for 205 gardens as well as pair of touchdowns in the 40-7 win over Carolina." Our team have actually found him play I know he is actually a great player," Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner said of Mariota. "I recognize all he does is actually ready and also await his chance which's what happened. He benefited from the option as well as played the game that our experts see him play regularly." In the meantime, Quinn said Daniels' mindset has "been actually great, just like you 'd anticipate." Quinn included that Daniels won't be persuaded to return due to the competition featuring Williams." It has to do with him and the preparedness to prepare as well as assist our crew," Quinn pointed out. "That is actually why a lot of of his allies truly are attracted in the direction of him." Williams downplayed the stories of the 2024 No. 1 choice taking on versus the No. 2 choice, mentioning his "project is actually to go win video games on Thursdays, Sundays and Mondays. That's it." Williams incorporated that he wishes Daniels to play Sunday when inquired whether he will be disappointed if Daniels is sidelined with a personal injury." No. I hope he participates in," Williams said. "Certainly you don't prefer to view excellent and also terrific gamers down, certainly not in activities. It only brings in the video game much better. Yet no, I'm not reliant off of that matchup." Mariota, the No. 2 pick in the 2015 draught, stated he can provide Daniels his encounter having missed 4 activities as a rookie." Firstly, just being wise and comprehending what is actually crucial," Mariota said. "Beforehand in my career, you receive very developed around, 'I have actually reached play this week, I've got to play recently.' Often it's paying attention to your wellness in the long-term." ESPN's Courtney Cronin brought about this record.