The Washington Commanders , riding a three-game winning streak, are set to face the Cleveland Browns in a crucial Week 5 matchup. At 3-1, Washington’s offense has surged behind rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, while Cleveland struggles at 1-3, with Deshaun Watson still searching for his former MVP-caliber play.
Watson took the league by storm, much like Daniels is now. Drafted No. 12 overall in 2017, Watson’s early performances drew comparisons to the greats as he posted 19 touchdowns and 1,699 passing yards in his first seven games. He was generating serious MVP buzz during his rookie season. However, since his peak in 2020, Watson has struggled to stay on the field and has been unable to recapture his dominance after missing significant time in 2021 and 2022.
Now, Daniels is the NFL’s latest breakout quarterback. Taken No. 2 overall in 2024, Daniels has been sensational through his first four games. He has completed 87 of 106 passes, boasting a remarkable 82.1 percent completion rate. Although he has just three passing touchdowns, he’s made his biggest impact on the ground, rushing for 218 yards and four touchdowns.