Commanders Jayden Daniels ‘ready’ to start when called

Whenever Washington’s commanders decide to start Jayden Daniels…he’ll be there.

The 2023 Heisman Trophy winner was Washington’s favored pick in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. The Commanders selected Daniels to lead the franchise as they attempt to leave a new mark in the National Football League.

Daniels, an exciting player, made it clear this week that he was ready to go when the time was right. Daniels discussed his future with Keyshawn Johnson during his All the facts, no brakes podcast.

“From what I heard, they said whenever I’m ready, I’m ready,” Daniels said via Pro Football Talk. “So whenever I feel ready, I’m ready.”

Daniels mentioned that the team hasn’t told him when exactly he will start. But he’s ready. “They didn’t tell me, ‘Oh, you have to start week one.’ They just said, ‘Whenever you’re ready, you’re ready. Whenever you feel ready, we feel ready, we’re going to throw you out there.’

Daniels probably won’t have to wait too long, given the commanders’ situation. They are not expected to compete in the NFC East this season, a division that is once again expected to be won by the Philadelphia Eagles. So there’s a good chance it will be later this year, before the season kicks off.

In the meantime, it’s just a matter of guessing when, not if, and at least that’s a plus.

(All facts without brakes)