Daniels says its not a problem not to be named the Commanders starting QB yet [Video]

ASHBURN, Va. — It might be an issue to some that Dan Quinn has yet to publicly name Jayden Daniels as the Washington Commanders’ starting quarterback.

Just don’t include Daniels among that group.

The 2023 Heisman Trophy winner and No. 2 pick in the NFL draft feels good about where he is as he continues to learn a new system. The fact that he’s yet to be anointed the starter less than a week into training camp is the least of his concerns.

“For me it’s not a problem at all,” Daniels said about his status after practice on Friday. “I’m a competitor, so regardless of if I was announced the starter or not, you still got to compete. You can’t be content with your job and be comfortable. I like competing.”

Daniels continued to take snaps during individual and team drills …