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Marcus Mariota Start or sit, Week 5
QB · Washington Commanders · #8
Out
This week
NFL points post when each game's box score lands, shortly after the final.
Status
- Injury
- Out · Knee
- Did Not Participate In Practice in practice
- Depth chart
- QB #2
- Offense
- College
- Oregon
- Experience
- 12 seasons
Week
Week 5
Matchup
New York Giants
DFS salary
$4,500
Projection
5.0
Recent form
2026 season (3 games): 340 pass yds · 49 rush yds
- Wk 4vs INDL 13-3046 pass yds, 35 rush yds5.3 pts
- Wk 3vs SEAW 33-31183 pass yds, 3 pass TD, 11 rush yds20.4 pts
- Wk 2@ DALL 20-37111 pass yds, 1 pass TD, 3 rush yds8.7 pts
Season by season
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| 2026 · WSH | 3 | 33 | 51 |
| 2025 · WSH | 10 | 139 | 227 |
Marcus Mariota: quick answers
- Who does Marcus Mariota play in week 5?
- Marcus Mariota faces New York Giants with the Washington Commanders.
- What is Marcus Mariota's DraftKings salary?
- $4,500 for week 5.
What's happening with Marcus Mariota
Giants rookie Abdul Carter made it clear he's targeting Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels ahead of their NFC East showdown, warning that trouble awaits him on Sunday. The pass rusher's comments add an extra layer of intensity to the divisional matchup as New York looks to contain Washington's dynamic signal-caller.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Marcus Mariota exited Washington's game against the Colts in London with an injury. The backup quarterback's status moving forward is unclear, adding uncertainty to the Commanders' depth chart just a week after their big upset win.
Source:Hogs HavenOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
A trade proposal floated by Bleacher Report would send Mason Rudolph to Washington to bolster quarterback depth behind Jayden Daniels. The idea stems from Marcus Mariota's recent injury, which has left the Commanders thinner at the position. No deal has been reported as actual talks, just a suggested fit.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Commanders coach Dan Quinn said backup quarterback Marcus Mariota's MCL injury likely won't require a trip to injured reserve, with a return expected in the near future. The update came after Washington's loss in London, a game that also saw rookie receiver Jaylin Lane placed on injured reserve.
Source:Hogs HavenOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Marcus Mariota will not be placed on injured reserve despite Washington's loss to the Colts in its international matchup. The Commanders are keeping him available as Jayden Daniels continues progressing toward a return from injury, giving the team flexibility at quarterback in the coming weeks.
Source:ClutchPointsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Marcus Mariota in our articles
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Dan Quinn: Marcus Mariota’s return expected sooner than later, no need for IR
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Commanders’ Marcus Mariota injury update officially keeps him off IR as Jayden Daniels nears return
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Why Commanders isn’t signing UFL MVP amid Jayden Daniels, Marcus Mariota injuries
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NFL Power Rankings: Commanders return home to an uphill battle for their season
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- Injury
Mike Garafolo makes Jayden Daniels injury prediction with Marcus Mariota down for count
With Marcus Mariota injured in London and Athan Kaliakmanis forced into action, Mike Garafolo offered a prediction on Jayden Daniels' own injury status for Washington.
Commanders Get Tough Marcus Mariota Projection Amid Jayden Daniels Update
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Browns Urged to Target Commanders Veteran Amid Mason Graham Injury
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