CommanderInTheRye Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 (edited) 24 minutes ago, Skinsinparadise said: Keim https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/40121455/stud "He's a stud," third-round receiver Luke McCaffrey said. "I know he's one heck of a quarterback and a lot of fun to play with from a personality standpoint. I've had a blast in these 24 hours with him. ... He's just fun to be around; he's good energy." Added second-round tight end Ben Sinnott: "He has the 'it' factor." Washington selected Daniels with the second pick in last month's draft, making him the franchise's latest hope at quarterback. The team started eight different passers in the last four years and nobody has started for more than three consecutive seasons since Mark Rypien from 1989 to '93. Since that time, Washington has drafted five other quarterbacks in the first round, and none became the long-term answer. Daniels' presence led to more interest than usual in the Commanders' first rookie workout as approximately 55 media members attended -- at least 20 more than usual, according to a team spokesman. He smiled often and during breaks could be seen laughing with coaches or teammates. He lofted accurate deep passes down the middle of the field against no defenders and was accurate during a 7-on-7 drill, with one off-target pass that resulted in a one-handed grab by undrafted free agent Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint. Daniels said Friday was just about "day one install" of the playbook. But he also said he soaked in seeing his helmet in the locker and putting on his yellow No. 5 practice jersey. "Man, it was awesome," he said. He added that scenes like this brought out "that 9-year-old kid in me, just realizing that his dreams came true, and now I'm here but I've still got a long way to go." Sinnott said he worked out with Daniels at times in the offseason -- as well as undrafted free agent quarterback Sam Hartman. He said he saw Daniels' accuracy on film and then realized it in person. He saw him, as others did, create plays with his legs as well. "He's a super talented kid, a great dude I really like to be around and hopefully grow with," Sinnott said. "There are just guys who players naturally get attracted to and revolve around and he's got that personality where you want to work with him and want to watch film with him and you want to be out here working with him." Daniels said this weekend is also about developing his leadership in the NFL, before he starts working with the veterans at OTA practices. "Just being myself, being a hard worker," he said. "Don't try to be somebody I'm not. People see who's authentic and who's not. Try to make connections, talk to people. Obviously I'm 23, it's a lot of different age ranges in this locker room, so try to relate as much as possible, show them I'm all about the team, I'm all about hard work." And, for now, it's about learning the playbook and then earning the starting job. "Just going through the lumps of being a rookie and trying to learn how to be a pro," Daniels said. "I don't have a definitive answer for you what I needed to work on. I'm just trying to learn as much as possible." Wow, what a friggin debut! Is this really happening? Have we possibly stumbled on the holiest grail of grails-- a charismatic qb capable of leading us to the Lombardi promised land? Am I dreaming? If I am, I'm gonna stay asleep as long as I possibly can. Edited May 11 by CommanderInTheRye 2 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommanderInTheRye Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 (edited) 1 hour ago, formerly4skins said: And here I was thinking surely no man would attend 3 😁 Sounds like wild times, that's for sure. The first time your mind is blown and you were drunk anyway. So after awhile you start to think--Did I really see what I thought I saw? Cuz that just ain't humanly possible. So a few months later you go again-- just for scientific purposes. A case study. See if it was mass hypnosis or a hallucination... Well it wasn't. lol As for the third time... I'm flat out of excuses. 😆 Edited May 11 by CommanderInTheRye 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cakmoney61 Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 7 hours ago, lavar1156 said: Funny you mentioned that. I literally thought of Joe Flacco and his Joe Cool nickname when i was trying to think of a comparison. In the 80s, Joe Cool referred to Joe Montana. You know...the guy who won four super bowls for the 49ers.😉 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conn Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 So the conservative, measured take after today is that we got 6’4” Drew Brees with wheels, obviously 2 6 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyHolt Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 (edited) 6 hours ago, cakmoney61 said: In the 80s, Joe Cool referred to Joe Montana. You know...the guy who won four super bowls for the 49ers.😉 What a stud he was. Back in the 70s, Joe Cool was the original Snoop Dog. Its time to announce Jayden the starter. Edited May 11 by RandyHolt 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conn Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 (edited) If you notice, there hasn’t even been a mention of “controversy” over whether he’ll start week 1 or not, it’s not necessary right now. It’s inevitable. There was a seismic shift when he walked into the building. It will inevitably come up from the beat reporters eventually , but nothing needs to be announced. Edited May 11 by Conn 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWinzit Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 50 minutes ago, Conn said: If you notice, there hasn’t even been a mention of “controversy” over whether he’ll start week 1 or not, it’s not necessary right now. It’s inevitable. There was a seismic shift when he walked into the building. It will inevitably come up from the beat reporters eventually , but nothing needs to be announced. Agreed. The positive vibes out of the organization combined Daniels talents and approach lead to great optimism moving forward. At this point it would be a great disappointment if Mariota were to be the day one starter but no sense labeling Daniels that yet...even if we all know he will be! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhead36 Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 There is almost no chance Daniels isn't the day 1 starter. He's polished, experienced, way more talented, and is smart enough and putting in the work to learn the playbook. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlwaysBeRedskins2Me Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 16 hours ago, Est.1974 said: Tress Way is an absolute stud. What a pro. Love him. Yep but he better start punting better or he will be out of a job. I love the dude but being 27th outta 32 starting punters in yards per punt isn't unacceptable. Better bounce back in 2024. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMagic Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 You can sense the aura/it factor in how he moves. That type of confidence can spread throughout the team. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Califan007 The Constipated Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 2 hours ago, AlwaysBeRedskins2Me said: Yep but he better start punting better or he will be out of a job. I love the dude but being 27th outta 32 starting punters in yards per punt isn't unacceptable. Better bounce back in 2024. Way was ranked 11th in highest percentage of punts inside the 20...that matters far more than yards per punt. Since all punters and all punts are not from the same place on the field, yards per punt is missing a ton of context to give that stat meaning. Plus, Way had the 3rd lowest percentage of punts that were touchbacks. To rank 11th in highest percentage of punts inside the 20 and also be ranked 3rd in fewest touchbacks is impressive. 2 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Skinsinparadise Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 @mistertim bought them all? 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlwaysBeRedskins2Me Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 Some people have preposterous expectations. Someone on X said, " 4787 passing yards, 38 passing touchdowns, 897 rushing yards, and 13 rushing touchdowns. Plus a 13 - 4 record and an NFC East division championship " 🤦 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FootballZombie Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 I'm a hard stickler to the idea that if you are getting a 4 or 5 XL jersey your should be relegated to linemen. "I don't wanna see people busting the seams on a Desean Jackson Jersey" 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bifflog Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 3 hours ago, AlwaysBeRedskins2Me said: Yep but he better start punting better or he will be out of a job. I love the dude but being 27th outta 32 starting punters in yards per punt isn't unacceptable. Better bounce back in 2024. Not the most important punter stat, plus like maybe half of the long snaps were off target which he won't have to deal with this year. Tress will be good, now whether or not he's in the long term plans for this regime, I could see that being in question. But I bet he is good this year. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RWJ Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Skinsinparadise said: Statement being made? Things to come in the future soon? Edited May 11 by RWJ 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spjunkies Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 The main thing I'm noticing is they actually managed to get the colors right on that shirt. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiscoBob Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 13 hours ago, Conn said: So the conservative, measured take after today is that we got 6’4” Drew Brees with wheels, obviously More like a Brady / Lamar hybrid with the leadership of George Patton 1 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Jumbo Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/05/10/jayden-daniels-rookie-minicamp-washington-commanders/ "He's a stud." Can only post a link. Didn't see it here yet but if I missed it, my apologies 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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