Marcus Mariota Out for Preseason Due to Sprained MCL

Marcus Mariota, the quarterback for the Commanders, will not participate in the remainder of the preseason following a sprained MCL injury.

During a game on Friday night, Mariota left the field after the first offensive possession and did not return. Reports indicate that he has been diagnosed with the sprain and will not play again until the regular season begins.

It remains uncertain whether Mariota will be fit to act as a backup for Jayden Daniels in the upcoming Week 1 matchup against the Eagles. The Commanders have other quarterbacks on the roster, including Sam Hartman and seventh-round pick Athan Kaliakmanis, and may consider adding another player to their lineup as the preseason concludes.