Until his stardust dissipates, Jayden Daniels factors into every decision the Washington Commanders make. What’s best for him is what’s best for the franchise. As long as he remains a responsible leader behind that toothy grin, every evaluation of the talent around him must center on one motivation: helping the prodigy become the most dangerous version of himself.
Column by Jerry Brewer
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