When Jayden Daniels went down with an injury, Marcus Mariota seized the moment, proving his worth as a reliable quarterback for the Washington Commanders.
came out blazing, but the momentum quickly shifted. They started strong with a first-quarter pick-6 by linebacker Dante Fowler, only for the game's tone to change when backup quarterback Marcus Mariota stepped in after starter Jayden Daniels exited with a rib injury. Despite the setback, Mariota rose to the occasion.
Reflecting on the moment, Mariota said, "Yeah, I think looking back on the game, just to get the opportunity to play was fun, was exciting." While it wasn't the ideal scenario for theOct 20, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota runs with the ball against the Carolina Panthers during the second half at Northwest Stadium.
Throughout his 10-year career, the veteran quarterback has seen his share of highs and lows. But in that time, he's learned what works best for him. "Throughout my career, I've put a lot of pressure on myself to be perfect," Mariota shared. "And I think I play my best when I'm enjoying it and having fun." That's exactly what he brought to the field for"If my name is called again, that's just kind of how I'm going to approach it," he added.
With Daniels listed as "Did Not Participate" on the Commanders first injury report of the week, Mariota might get another chance to show what he can do in Week 8 against the Chicago Bears.Joanne Coley, from Prince George’s County, MD, is a communications professional passionate about storytelling and sports. She holds a bachelor’s in Communications from Kent State University and a Master’s in Communications/Public Relations from Southern New Hampshire University.
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