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NFL Quarterback Marcus Mariota set to start for Washington Commanders in Week 3 matchup versus Las Vegas Raiders, with Jayden Daniels sidelined for the contest.

Jayden Daniels faced partial participation in practices this week, leading the team to prioritize his healing, delaying a potentially early comeback.

NFL Quarterback Marcus Mariota set to start for Washington Commanders in Week 3, with Jayden...
NFL Quarterback Marcus Mariota set to start for Washington Commanders in Week 3, with Jayden Daniels ruled out for the match against Las Vegas Raiders.

NFL Quarterback Marcus Mariota set to start for Washington Commanders in Week 3 matchup versus Las Vegas Raiders, with Jayden Daniels sidelined for the contest.

Washington Commanders Adjust Quarterback Lineup and Announce 2025 NFL Schedule

In a significant development for the Washington Commanders, it has been reported that Marcus Mariota will take over as the starting quarterback following Jayden Daniels' knee sprain injury. Daniels' injury has ruled him out for several upcoming games in the 2025 NFL season, and the team believes Mariota's extensive experience will be crucial during Daniels' recovery.

The Commanders are closely monitoring Daniels' progress, with the team's focus on preparing for key matchups against teams like the Las Vegas Raiders, Atlanta Falcons, and others.

The Commanders' 2025 season schedule is now official, with the team set to face some challenging opponents. The first game of the season will be against the New York Giants on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET. The team will then travel to Dallas Cowboys for a Week 7 matchup on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 4:25 PM ET.

Other notable games include a Monday Night Football encounter with the Kansas City Chiefs on October 27, 2025, at 8:15 PM ET, a clash with the Denver Broncos on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 8:20 PM ET, and a game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at 9:30 AM ET.

The Commanders will also face the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 8:20 PM ET, and the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET. The team's Week 14 game will be played at the Minnesota Vikings.

The Commanders will have a bye week in Week 12, and their final regular season game will be against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. The team will also face the Eagles in Week 16 on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET, and in Week 17 on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET.

The Commanders are preparing for an exciting season, and fans can look forward to some thrilling matchups. With Marcus Mariota stepping up as the starting quarterback, the team is hopeful for a strong performance in the coming games.

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