Commanders’ Jayden Daniels bleeds after suffering gash below eye vs Bucs
Washington Commanders rookie Jayden Daniels had a rough start to his playoff game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. In the second quarter, Daniels was cut and bloodied, forcing the Commanders to call a timeout with 11:16 left in the half. The NBC broadcast showed a cut below the quarterback’s right eye, with blood streaking down his face as the team’s medical staff worked to clean him up.
Despite the injury, Daniels showed resilience and returned to the field for a critical 3rd-and-3 play. He managed to find wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus for a first down, and three plays later, Daniels connected with Dyami Brown for a 10-yard touchdown pass, putting Washington ahead 7-3 with 9:26 left in the quarter. After the touchdown drive, Daniels received further treatment on the sidelines.
This playoff game marked Daniels’ first postseason appearance in his career, and he displayed poise and composure under pressure. The Commanders had not won a playoff game since the 2005 season, when they defeated the Buccaneers. In that game, Mark Brunell led Washington to a 17-10 victory, with Clinton Portis scoring a rushing touchdown and the late Sean Taylor contributing a 51-yard fumble return for a touchdown.
The Commanders’ playoff appearance in 2020 was their first since winning the NFC East with a 7-9 record. As they continue their playoff journey, Daniels will be a key player to watch, showcasing his determination and skill on the field.
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