Daniels Out: Commanders Lose QB vs Panthers
The Washington Commanders suffered a tough loss to the Carolina Panthers, and it wasn't just the score that hurt. The real gut punch was the injury to starting quarterback, Sam Howell. This guy was supposed to be the future of the franchise, you know, the next big thing. But now, with Howell sidelined, the Commanders' playoff hopes are looking pretty bleak.
The injury happened in the second quarter, when Howell took a nasty hit from Panthers linebacker Brian Burns. Ouch! It was a real nasty one, folks. The hit looked brutal, and the result was a sprained ankle. That's going to keep Howell out for a while. No official timetable has been given, but the Commanders are calling it "week to week". Translation? This ain't a minor ankle twist.
With Howell down, the Commanders were forced to turn to backup Jacoby Brissett. He's a solid veteran, but he's not the franchise quarterback. Brissett struggled to move the ball, and the offense just couldn't get going. The Commanders ended up losing 24-10, and the frustration on the sidelines was palpable. I mean, how can you win without a good quarterback?
The Commanders will have to hope Howell's ankle heals quickly, but this loss is a major setback. They've got a tough road ahead, and they need their star quarterback back on the field ASAP. This ain't the time for a slump, Commanders. You gotta fight back!