Marcus Mariota

Marcus Mariota completed 18-of-23 passes for 205 yards and two touchdowns in the Commanders’ 40-7 win over Carolina. He also ran 11 times for 34 yards.

Fantasy Impact

Mariota played well subbing in for an injured Jayden Daniels. Granted, it was against the hapless Carolina defense, but he put up good overall numbers all things considered. He could enter streaming consideration if Daniels were to miss any time.

The Commanders have activated QB Marcus Mariota (chest) off injured reserve.

Fantasy Impact

Mariota has not suited up for the Commanders this season due to a chest injury. He is expected to take over the backup QB duties from Jeff Driskel.

Marcus Mariota (pec) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice.

Fantasy Impact

Mariota has been out for the entire season so far thanks to a pec injury that he suffered in the preseason, but he returned to practice on Wednesday and was a full participant. It looks like he will be back in the lineup in the very near future and will likely assume the QB2 job behind Jayden Daniels for the Commanders.

The Commanders are opening the practice window for QB Marcus Mariota, who was on Injured Reserve, to return to play.

Fantasy Impact

Mariota has been sidelined since preseason after suffering a strained pectoral muscle during training camp. Returning to the field for him would mean likely being placed into the QB2 spot behind the rookie Jayden Daniels.

Marcus Mariota is unlikely to play in Sunday's season opener against the Buccaneers.

Fantasy Impact

Mariota has been unable to practice due to a chest injury. He will look to return to his backup role behind Jayden Daniels next week.