Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn gave his props to the Lions fans but still must deal with the bad injury news about Sam Cosmi. However, Jayden Daniels got a “ best rookie year ” label from Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, according to a post on X by Jordan Schultz.

Offensive lineman Sam Cosmi will miss the NFC Championship, but the Washington Commanders still have rookie sensation Jayden Daniels. And while Daniels will be leaned on heavily, the Commanders X-factor versus the Eagles will be running back Austin Ekeler.

Washington Commanders right guard Sam Cosmi suffered a season-ending ACL tear in Saturday’s 45-31 road win over the Detroit Lions in the playoff divisional round, coach Dan Quinn announced Sunday.

If the Commanders’ rookie quarterback seems especially poised, that’s by design. His father drilled it into him at an early age.

Amid the excitement of the NFL Playoffs, former Kansas City Chiefs QB Alex Smith highlighted a key difference between Patrick Mahomes and Washington Commanders leader Jayden Daniels.

Jayden Daniels threw for two touchdowns as the Commanders reached the NFC championship game for the first time since winning the Super Bowl 33 years ago.

The Commanders suffered a big loss when Sam Cosmi went down with a knee injury. Coach Dan Quinn shared his thoughts on the loss, and the man.

Commanders offensive guard Sam Cosmi was injured when Brian Robinson ran for a go-ahead touchdown early in the second quarter. Cosmi’s right leg bent awkwardly and he limped off the field.

But before we get ahead of ourselves, lets have a look at who got playing time and which players stepped up to deliver the Commanders’ first Divisional Round playoff win since the 1991 Super Bowl season.

Former Chiefs and Washington QB Alex Smith highlights what sets Mahomes and Daniels apart on their path to greatness in the NFL.

Two of the Eagles' most impactful players have big advantages during Sunday's NFC championship game vs. Washington. Will Jalen Carter and Saquon Barkley guide the Eagles to the Super Bowl?