Washington Commanders name Marcus Mariota as permanent team captain
Quarterback Marcus Mariota will serve as a team captain for the remainder of the season, even while serving as a backup to injured starter Jayden Daniels.
Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn said the team’s captains voted to add Marcus Mariota as a sixth captain, a role he will keep for the rest of the season regardless of his playing status. Quinn explained that the decision reflects the players’ sense of brotherhood and leadership. Mariota will start at quarterback in place of the injured Jayden Daniels, who is expected to return soon, and will retain the captain’s “C” on his jersey even if he returns to a backup role. The other captains are wide receiver Terry McLaurin, linebacker Frankie Luvu, safety Jeremy Reaves and punter Tress Way.