US EditionCommanders Turn to 39-Year-Old Josh Johnson on Christmas with Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota Hurt
Josh Johnson, 39, starts as quarterback due to injuries to Marcus Mariota and Jayden Daniels, becoming the fourth-oldest QB to start this NFL season, coach Dan Quinn said.
- Coach Dan Quinn announced on Wednesday that veteran Josh Johnson will start at quarterback on Thursday against the Dallas Cowboys for the Christmas Day game.
- Marcus Mariota will not play Thursday due to right hand and quad injuries, while Jayden Daniels is shut down for the season, forcing Washington Commanders to adjust their depth chart.
- Replacing Mariota last Saturday, Johnson completed 5 of 9 passes for 43 yards with one interception and holds a 1-8 record as a starter, preparing for his 10th career start.
- The Commanders signed Jeff Driskel as backup quarterback and expect Sam Hartman to join the 53-man roster as emergency third quarterback, with Washington Commanders at 4-11 and eliminated from postseason.
- Several NFL teams will start third-string quarterbacks on Christmas, highlighting Washington's troubled follow-up after a 12-5, NFC championship season, with the Vikings and Chiefs also using backups.
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Commanders turn to 39-year-old Josh Johnson on Christmas with Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota hurt
With Jayden Daniels shut down for the regular season because of an elbow injury and backup Marcus Mariota sidelined, the Washington Commanders will start Josh Johnson against the Dallas Cowboys on Christmas.
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LAST-MINUTE Commanders News Before Christmas Day Game - Injury Report + Josh Johnson STARTING At QB
The Washington Commanders are gearing up for their Christmas Day showdown against the Dallas Cowboys, with significant injury updates affecting key players. Head Coach Dan Quinn has opted to start Josh Johnson as quarterback, following the announcement of several starters being ruled out for the game. Host Jack Sperry shares his insights, highlighting crucial storylines to watch during the matchup. The latest updates indicate a challenging game …
Washington Commanders to start QB Josh Johnson vs. Dallas Cowboys - Technology Shout
December 24 (UPI) — The Washington Commanders will start quarterback Josh Johnson on Thursday against the Dallas Cowboys, coach Dan Quinn announced Wednesday. Johnson takes over the role due to injuries to starter Jayden Daniels and second-string option Marcus Mariota, who will not play in the Week 17 game. advertise Quinn said Jeff Drickel will be the Commanders’ backup quarterback against the Cowboys. He also announced that the Commander would…
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