Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota could be a viable high-end QB2 in Superflex formats if he is given the starting nod in Week 8. Mariota replaced the injured Jayden Daniels (ribs) early in last week's game and performed quite well as he went 18-for-23 with 205 yards and two scores. He added 34 yards on the ground off 11 carries. This weekend, he will have a much tougher task facing the Chicago Bears, who have allowed the second-fewest points to opposing QBs. However, given how impressive he looked in relief and with his rushing potential, the former first-round pick could be a viable QB2 in Superflex formats, as he may need to push the ball downfield to keep up with a Chicago offense that has continued to improve every week.

From RotoBaller

Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota completed 18-of-23 passes for 205 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions in Week 7 against the Carolina Panthers in place of the injured QB Jayden Daniels (ribs). Mariota also ran 11 times for 34 yards.

Fantasy Spin: Mariota did a great job once Daniels left the game early in the first half due to a ribs injury. It also helped that Mariota was facing the defensively-challenged Carolina Panthers. Daniels is expected to be OK, but if Mariota gets the start in Week 8, he is only worth a look in deeper fantasy leagues using two starting signal callers, since there are no teams on a bye.

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Dynasty | Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota completed 18-of-23 passes for 205 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions in a win against Carolina. Dynasty Analysis: Mariota added 34 rushing yards on the day to cap off a solid performance. While no threat to Jayden Daniels in the long-term, Mariota proved yet again to be a capable backup in the league. Dynasty managers could certainly consider picking him up should Daniels miss time as Washington suddenly seems like a very capable team.

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota went 18-for-23 with 205 yards and two passing scores in relief of Jayden Daniels (ribs), who left the game in the first quarter. Mariota added 34 yards on 11 rushing attempts. The veteran QB did not face much trouble in relief as the Commanders were overpowering Carolina the entire evening. The former Oregon product found both tight ends, Zach Ertz and Ben Sinnott, in the end zone. He connected with Terry McLaurin all evening as he finished with a team-high 98 yards on six catches. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor Daniels' status during the week, as Mariota could be in line to start next weekend against the Chicago Bears.

From RotoBaller

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (chest) was removed from the injured reserve list on Saturday. The veteran signed a one-year deal with Washington during the offseason. However, he hasn't stepped on the field for the Commanders. For now, Mariota is questionable for the Week 5 meeting with the Browns. Still, Jayden Daniels is the team's starting signal-caller, so anyone behind him will only have fantasy value for insurance purposes.

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Washington Commanders WR Noah Brown (groin) and DE Clelin Ferrell (knee) did not practice on Friday, Oct. 4, and have been ruled out for Week 5 against the Cleveland Browns. DL Efe Obada (leg) Jordan Magee and LB practiced in full all week but is listed as doubtful. S Tyler Owens (shin) did not practice on Friday but is listed as questionable. OG Nick Allegretti (ankle), S Percy Butler (groin) and RB Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) were limited in practice on Friday and are listed as questionable. QB Marcus Mariota (pectoral) practiced in full all week but is also listed as questionable. RB Austin Ekeler (concussion), CB Emmanuel Forbes (thumb), LB Dominique Hampton (illness), S Quan Martin (shoulder) and DT Jer'Zhan Newton (foot) practiced in full on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report.

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Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) and WR Noah Brown (groin) did not practice on Thursday, Oct. 3. Also, OG Nick Allegretti (ankle), S Tyler Owens (shin) and S Percy Butler (groin) were limited and LB Dominique Hampton (knee), RB Austin Ekeler (concussion), DT Jer'Zhan Newton (foot), CB Emmanuel Forbes Jr. (thumb), LB Jordan Magee (knee), QB Marcus Mariota (pectoral), S Quan Martin (shoulder) and DL Efe Obada (tibia, fibula) practiced in full.

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Washington Commanders OG Nick Allegretti (ankle), DE Clelin Ferrell (knee), LB Dominique Hampton (illness) and S Tyler Owens (shin) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Oct. 2. WR Noah Brown (groin), S Percy Butler (groin) and DT Jer'Zhan Newton (foot) were limited during practice. CB Emmanuel Forbes (thumb), LB Jordan Magee (knee), QB Marcus Mariota (pectoral), S Quan Martin (shoulder) and DE Efe Obada (leg) fully participated in practice.

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Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (chest) was designated to return from injured reserve on Wednesday, Oct. 2.

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The Washington Commanders have placed quarterback Marcus Mariota (chest) on injured reserve and have signed quarterback Sam Hartman from their practice squad. Mariota, who sustained a chest injury during Wednesday's practice, will be sidelined until at least early October. Washington had signed Mariota to a one-year, $6 million contract before drafting Jayden Daniels with their second-round pick. Mariota, a former No. 2 overall pick in 2015, had agreed to either mentor or start as needed for the team. This marks Mariota's first season with the Commanders after previous stints with the Tennessee Titans, Las Vegas Raiders, Atlanta Falcons, and Philadelphia Eagles. The rookie from Notre Dame will step in as the third-string quarterback behind Daniels, the starter, and Jeff Driskel, the new backup, for the start of the season.

From RotoBaller

Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (chest) was placed on injured reserve on Saturday, Sept. 7. Also, QB Sam Hartman was promoted from the practice squad to the active roster and LB Nick Bellore and DT Sheldon Day were elevated from the practice squad for Week 1.

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Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (chest, pectoral) has officially been ruled out for Week 1 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He had been limited on Wednesday but then did not practice on Thursday or Friday. His absence means that Washington will head into its first game of the year with Jeff Driskel backing up Jayden Daniels. Of course, Daniels, this year's No. 1 pick, is the only Washington quarterback worth rostering in fantasy football. He's a mid-to-low QB1 option against the Buccaneers.

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Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (chest) did not practice for a second straight day on Friday, Sept. 6, and has been ruled out for Week 1 versus the Debbie Buccaneers. DT Jer'Zhan Newton (foot, rest) was upgraded to a limited practice on Friday but is listed as doubtful. OG Brandon Coleman (shoulder), DE Clelin Ferrell (knee), LB Dante Fowler (knee), DL Daron Payne (back) and OT Trent Scott (knee) practiced in full on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report.

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Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (pectoral) is unlikely to play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1, according to sources Friday, Sept. 6.

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Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (chest) and DT Jer'Zhan Newton (foot) did not participate in practice Thursday, Sept. 5. OT Brandon Coleman (shoulder), DE Clelin Ferrell (knee), LB Dante Fowler (knee), DT Daron Payne (back) and OT Trent Scott (knee) fully participated in practice.

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Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (chest), DT Jer'Zhan Newton (foot), DT Daron Payne (back) and OT Trent Scott (knee) were limited during practice Wednesday, Sept. 4. OT Brandon Coleman (shoulder), DE Clelin Ferrell (knee) and LB Dante Fowler (knee) fully participated in practice.

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Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (groin) will not play Sunday in the team's preseason finale against the New England Patriots. Mariota was seen on the side during 11-on-11s and is trending toward practicing in full next week. Jeff Driskel will likely get the bulk of the work at quarterback for the Commanders this weekend, and Sam Hartman (shoulder) could mix in if he's recovered enough from his injury. With Jayden Daniels officially named as the team's starter heading into Week 1, Washington head coach Dan Quinn is opting not to push Mariota at this time and allow him to recover fully. While they would prefer not to have to go to him, it would be beneficial for him to be healthy in 2024, as he'll be the primary backup for Daniels to start the year.

From RotoBaller

Washington Commanders QBs Marcus Mariota (groin) and Sam Hartman (undisclosed) will not play in the team's second preseason game against the Miami Dolphins, according to head coach Dan Quinn.

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Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota has been splitting first-team reps with first-round rookie Jayden Daniels this offseason, according to head coach Dan Quinn. The former No. 2 overall pick in 2015 by the Tennessee Titans signed a one-year deal with Washington at the start of free agency, and he could be the short-term starter if the team wants Daniels to sit for the first few weeks of the 2024 campaign. Although Mariota has struggled to keep a starting job, he has underrated fantasy football upside thanks to his rushing skill set. In 13 games for the Atlanta Falcons in 2022, Mariota averaged a respectable 15.8 fantasy points per game behind 2,219 passing yards, 15 passing touchdowns, nine interceptions, 438 rushing yards, and four rushing touchdowns. He's a must-stash option in Superflex leagues, and fantasy managers might get one or two QB1 weeks out of him if he's the starter to begin the Dan Quinn era in Washington.

From RotoBaller

Washington Commanders QBs Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota each saw significant snaps with the first team during the spring and nothing has been determined yet in regards to which one will start the season, according to head coach Dan Quinn on Thursday, June 13.

Fantasy Spin: By all accounts, Daniels has been sharp so far - a sentiment that Quinn confirmed Thursday. It would likely take a meltdown of epic proportions for the No. 2 overall pick in this spring's draft to not win the job. Assuming that is the case, Daniels' combination of anticipation and athleticism should make him a strong fantasy QB1 option right out of the gate.

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