Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels has an impressive array of physical talents, but coach Dan Quinn says what really sets Daniels apart is his work ethic.

“He just has a different poise about him than most and he’s a rare competitor ,” Quinn said. “There’s no doubt about that. But in those moments — if he was a basketball player, he’d want the last shot. As a ballplayer, he wants the ball in his hands to make the difference and he makes great decisions with the football. That takes real mindfulness.”

The rookie quarterback may have the ‘Mamba mentality,’ and the basketball parallels don’t stop there.

Kliff Kingsbury found a perfect partner in star rookie QB Jayden Daniels, and together they turned the Commanders into a Super Bowl threat.

Jayden Daniels went from being a draft afterthought to the second pick. After his breakout rookie season, why wasn't he taken first?

Yes, drafting Jayden Daniels helped. But those who know Dan Quinn best aren't surprised that he turned a moribund franchise into a winner.

A week after knocking off the heavily favored Lions, Daniels is again ready to "let my play do my talking” in Sunday's NFC championship.

The Washington Commanders had a season like no one expected. With all of the offseason changes in 2024, no one thought the Commanders would be much of a threat because they were supposed to be rebuilding.

All told, Daniels set new NFL records for playoff passing yards (822) and completions (75) by a rookie. He tied Ben Roethlisberger (14 wins in 2005) for the most wins by a rookie quarterback in NFL history, including the postseason.

Kingsbury turned down a head coaching interview from the Saints to remain as Washington’s offensive coordinator. Plus, notes on hirings around the NFL.

Kliff Kingsbury is expected to return for a second season as the Washington Commanders’ offensive coordinator, a move that was anticipated for some time given his comfort level on Dan Quinn’s staff coaching dynamic young quarterback Jayden Daniels.