The Washington Commanders backup quarterback replaced injured starter Jayden Daniels late in the first quarter of their game against the Carolina Panthers. Daniels, the rookie who has been sensational in his first season, suffered a reported rib injury against the Carolina Panthers.

Dan Quinn liked the way Marcus Mariota stepped up Sunday against the Panthers. Starter Jayden Daniels was injured during the first Washington possession Sunday. With Daniels unable to come out to play the second offensive possession,

The Washington Commanders are celebrating after their 40-7 win against the Carolina Panthers in Week 7. While the game will be remembered for the blowout and Jayden Daniels' injury, his backup Marcus Mariota earned some well-deserved praise from Bleacher Report following the game.