"It looked for a while as if Jayden Daniels would take his place back in the lineup. However, the Washington Commanders' medical staff was not fully satisfied with the quarterback's mobility, which led to ruling him out once again in Week 4 against the Atlanta Falcons. This is a big blow, of course. But the Commanders can take solace in the fact that they have one of the league's most accomplished backups to depend upon."
"Marcus Mariota will get the start versus another of his old clubs. The No. 2 pick is capable of coming in and ensuring no real momentum is lost. He put this on full display when deputizing for Daniels last time out against the Las Vegas Raiders. Mariota showcased his athleticism well. He made some key throws in big moments to keep the chains moving. There was complete control pre-snap, and everyone believed in him."
"The Falcons represent another challenge Mariota must overcome. His life will be easier with cornerback A.J. Terrell out through injury, but nothing but supreme execution and flawless composure would have done. As it turned out, Mariota's performance was not enough to prevent the Commanders from suffering a disappointing defeat on their travels. With that being said, here are five significant observations from Mariota's performance at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium."
Jayden Daniels was ruled out for Week 4 due to medical concerns about his mobility, prompting Marcus Mariota to start for the Commanders. Mariota previously relieved Daniels and demonstrated athleticism, timely throws, and firm pre-snap command while the running game produced over 200 yards and three touchdowns. The Falcons presented a tough challenge, and the absence of cornerback A.J. Terrell eased some defensive pressure. Despite Mariota's composed play, his performance did not prevent a disappointing road defeat. Atlanta's aggressive start compounded Washington's early struggles and contributed to the deficit.
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