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Daily Slop - 11 Aug 24: Optimism follows ‘Maverick’ Jayden Daniels’ debut in Commanders first preseason game

Daniels’ first pass was an errant toss on a screen to veteran running back Austin Ekeler. Daniels also completed a screen to receiver Terry McLaurin. Daniels capped the drive with a 3-yard touchdown run off a zone read, faking a handoff to Ekeler. Daniels ran wide to the right and scored untouched.

After his series ended, Daniels ran to the stands and handed the ball to his mom.

“It was awesome,” Daniels said. “Obviously she’s very excited and happy. I’ve got to fight her to get the ball back now.”

But it was the checked call that stood out most.