Commanders say QB Jayden Daniels (rib) week-to-week - ESPN

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels did not suffer long-term damage to his ribs Sunday, and there's a chance he'll play Sunday against the Chicago Bears, coach Dan Quinn said Monday.

Quinn called Daniels «week-to-week» with a rib injury that he incurred on his first play from scrimmage, a 46-yard run in which he was tackled from behind by two Carolina Panthers, causing him to fall awkwardly, in Washington's 40-7 victory.

Daniels left the game after the Commanders' first series and did not return.

«We're hopeful he can play,» Quinn said, «but we'll also make sure to take every precautionary step and do it smartly for the player and the man.»

Washington (5-2) hosts Chicago (4-2) this Sunday in a game that would pit the top two quarterbacks picked in the 2024 draft. The Bears selected Caleb Williams with the first pick; Washington chose Daniels at No. 2.

But that matchup could be put on hold depending on how Daniels fares during the week of practice, starting with the first session Wednesday. After Daniels was hurt Sunday, he threw a warmup pass on the field before Washington's ensuing series. However, he grimaced in pain and immediately headed to the sideline where he slammed his helmet to the ground in frustration.

He spent the second half of the game on the sideline and was seen smiling and engaged. If Daniels can't play, Marcus Mariota would start against the Bears. Mariota replaced Daniels Sunday and completed 18 of 23 passes for 205 yards and two touchdowns.

Quinn said they'll closely monitor Daniels in practice, making sure he can do all they need him to do, from running to throwing.

«He's such a unique player that I want to make sure he can be him fully in his own way and the movements, throwing and all