In what was anticipated to be a showdown between two Heisman-winning quarterbacks turned top draft picks, Sunday’s game between the Bears and Commanders has generated a lot of buzz in the football world. However, it appears that the highly anticipated matchup may not unfold as expected.
Jayden Daniels, the Commanders’ star quarterback who won the Heisman Trophy in 2023, sustained a rib injury in last week’s game against the Panthers. As a result, he was unable to participate in practice on Wednesday, raising doubts about his availability for the upcoming game. In his place, the Commanders are considering starting Marcus Mariota, the 2014 Heisman winner.
While Mariota may not possess the same skill set as Daniels or the Bears’ own Heisman-winning quarterback, Caleb Williams, Coach Matt Eberflus remains unfazed. Eberflus stated, “It’s a similar offense when you watch the offenses. Of course, the different types of players in terms of who they are quarterback-wise, but our plan will be our plan, and we’ll adjust.” He expressed confidence in the Bears’ ability to stick to their game plan regardless of who lines up under center for the Commanders.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the Commanders’ quarterback situation, Eberflus and the Bears seem unperturbed. They are focused on executing their own strategies and are prepared to adapt if necessary. Eberflus hinted at having contingency plans in place for whichever quarterback the Commanders ultimately choose to start on Sunday.
As game day approaches, the Commanders have yet to announce their starting quarterback, adding an element of intrigue to the matchup. However, it is clear that both teams are ready to face whatever challenges come their way on the field. The Bears and Commanders are gearing up for a thrilling showdown, regardless of who takes the snaps under center for Washington.
