The Washington Commanders (9-5) have a big game this week. They host the Philadelphia Eagles (12-2) in a matchup that could determine their playoff future.
Washington returned to practice on Wednesday, which was a special day for rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. The leading contender for the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award turned 24 on Wednesday.
Daniels meets with the media every Wednesday before practice. This time, Daniels was met with a surprise. Fellow rookie, cornerback Mike Sainristil, brought a cake to Daniels and sang “Happy Birthday” to the “best QB in America.”
SURPRISE!!!!!!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/4d55RImM11
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) December 18, 2024
The Commanders honored Daniels all day, beginning with a “Happy Birthday” post on X.
Happy birthday QB1! 5️⃣ @JayD__5
(wish him a happy bday by reposting this 😉 #ProBowlVote) pic.twitter.com/Y0VyMpIjFg
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) December 18, 2024
Then, some birthday wallpaper.
Obligatory @JayD__5 birthday wallpaper@EASTERNMOTORS | #RaiseHail pic.twitter.com/VUhYMBl218
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) December 18, 2024
Finally, the Commanders put together this highlight reel.
Nothing he can’t do#ProBowlVote @JayD__5 pic.twitter.com/Uo5mp7JqQ7
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) December 19, 2024
Daniels and the Commanders currently hold the No. 7 seed in the NFC playoff field ahead of Sunday’s game.
