Commanders QB Mariota Injures His Knee in Game vs. Colts, Rookie Kaliakmanis Playing
Mariota left with a right knee injury after a sack, and the Commanders turned to third-string quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis.
- During Sunday's game in London, Washington Commanders backup quarterback Marcus Mariota suffered a right knee injury after being sacked by Colts defensive end Laiatu Latu and defensive tackle Adetomiwa Adebawore on the team's second offensive drive.
- Washington was already operating without franchise quarterback Jayden Daniels, who missed his second consecutive game due to a dislocated left elbow, forcing Mariota into the starting role.
- Seventh-Round rookie Athan Kaliakmanis entered the game to make his NFL debut, replacing Mariota; the Commanders drafted the former Rutgers standout in 2026 to serve as a developmental backup.
- Compounding the quarterback crisis, top receiver Terry McLaurin did not play due to a hamstring injury sustained in practice Friday, while reserve tight end Colson Yankoff was designated the emergency backup.
- Commanders medical staff officially ruled Mariota questionable to return while the team maintained a 6-0 lead against the Indianapolis Colts following an early defensive fumble recovery.
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The Washington Commanders have lost their starting quarterback in the United States and on Sunday they lost their starting quarterback in the United Kingdom
Marcus Mariota suffers knee injury against Colts in London as Commanders lose another starting QB - NEW YORK TIMES POST
The Washington Commanders have lost their starting quarterback in the United States and on Sunday they lost their starting quarterback in the United Kingdom as Marcus Mariota injured his knee against the Indianapolis Colts. Mariota was apparently injured on a sack by Colts defensive lineman Laiatu Latu, who landed on the quarterback in the pass [...]
Commanders QB Mariota injures his knee in game vs. Colts, rookie Kalia
Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle Adetomiwa Adebawore (95) reacts after Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (8), left, was sacked during an NFL football game in London, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Marcus Mariota suffers knee injury against Colts in London as Commanders lose another starting QB
Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota left the NFL London game against the Indianapolis Colts with a right knee injury. A medical expert says the concern is an MCL injury.
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