Jayden Daniels is already one of the NFL’s most popular players. The Washington Commanders quarterback broke numerous team, rookie and NFL records in 2024 on his way to being named the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.
Daniels’ jersey was a big seller, too. He led all NFL players in jersey sales, and his No. 5 jersey was also a big seller internationally, as well.
With his success as a rookie, Daniels not only brought back previous Washington fans but also helped create new ones. Games at Northwest Stadium often featured more of the opposing team’s fans than Washington’s. That began to change in 2024, with many Commanders’ fans donning Daniels’ popular No. 5 jersey.
More than once, Daniels shared his appreciation for Washington fans. During Super Bowl week in New Orleans, Daniels spoke with Kevin Clark of the “This is Football” podcast, where the star rookie again shared his love for the franchise’s fan base.
“The fanbase,” Daniels said when Clark asked him what his favorite thing about the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) had been since arriving there last spring.
“I love riding to a game and seeing everybody tailgating, all the flags and everything; they are very passionate.”
I asked Jayden Daniels his favorite thing about DC since he moved there.
“The fanbase.”
This was so cool. Great answer, great ep of This Is Football. pic.twitter.com/Mrs3xVMY63
— Kevin Clark (@bykevinclark) February 7, 2025
When the Commanders lost to the Eagles in the NFC championship game, several Washington fans were waiting at the airport in the early morning to greet the team. Daniels stopped, signed autographs, and took pictures with every fan there.
Commanders fans can finally say, “We’ve got our quarterback.”
