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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