Fans were at practice for the first time this training camp on Sunday, meaning they witnessed rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels on the field with Washington for the first time.
Daniels took the first QB reps after Marcus Mariota did the first three days of camp. His first two attempts in 7-on-7s were off target. One was apparent miscommunication followed by an overthrow routes. His day improved from there. Daniels completed his next three passes, all underneath. Daniels sharper as practice continues. He later ripped a sideline throw to Brycen Tremayne and then in 11-on-11s he hit Terry McLaurin in stride up the seem with the receiver positioned for significant yards after the catch.
The training camp showing has been erratic in spots but the high-end plays with his arm and legs highlight the potential that the coaches and support staff, including Mariota, are helping him reach consistently. No starter has been named but the rookie is expected to hear his name called over his fellow Heisman Trophy winner.
“For Jayden, he’s a young guy, but, we got to do it as a part of our group,”Mariota said. “We have to kind of create these scenarios and these experiences for him that way when he gets into the game, it’s not something that’s brand new. I think he’s done a great job asking questions and we can also always just kind of keep bringing him along.”
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