There was no better offensive coordinator/quarterback in the NFC in 2024 than Kliff Kingsbury and Jayden Daniels of the Washington Commanders. Kingsbury designed the perfect offense around his star quarterback, and Daniels made virtually everything work.

Mariota, who was Jalen Hurts' backup in 2023, is replacing Commanders star Jayden Daniels, who was shut down for the rest of the season after re-injuring his dislocated left (non-throwing) elbow in a recent game.

The Commanders hold a 22-7 lead at the half, thanks to a rushing touchdown from Jacory Croskey-Merritt, a 63-yard punt return from Jaylin Lane, and a trifecta of field goals from Jake Moody. The two teams have a combined record of 5-21,