# Daniels Surgery Not on Table

> Commanders say Jayden Daniels won't need surgery for dislocated elbow.
- Title: Daniels Surgery Not on Table · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Commanders say Jayden Daniels won't need surgery for dislocated elbow. Washington Commanders expect quarterback Jayden Daniels to return soon after meeting…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/surgery-not-on-table-for-jayden-daniels-commanders-havent-discussed-ir
- Published: 2026-09-25T13:00:50.815+00:00
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- Topics: jayden daniels, commanders, dislocated left elbow, nfl, washington commanders, adam peters, sports
## Daniels' elbow injury update
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said he didn't have an update on quarterback Jayden Daniels's outlook for the coming weeks because he was still meeting with specialists about his dislocated left elbow.
## General Manager Peters' statement
General Manager Adam Peters said surgery is not on the table and they haven't discussed injured reserve for Jayden Daniels.
## Daniels' return timeline
Daniels will not play against the Seahawks this Sunday but the Commanders expect him to return in the near future.
## Injured reserve implications
An injured reserve stint would keep Daniels out for at least four games so taking that out of the conversation suggests he will return soon.
## Marcus Mariota as backup
The Commanders will have to hope Marcus Mariota leads them to their first victory of the season.
## Key takeaway

Washington Commanders expect quarterback Jayden Daniels to return soon after meeting specialists for dislocated left elbow.