After Caleb Williams of the Chicago Bears, many eyes will be on Jayden Daniels to see if the Washington Commanders made the right decision in selecting him with the second pick. But before he could, the rookie quarterback shared an emotional moment with his mother before his first game. Daniels, the long-awaited quarterback of the Commanders, embraces the immense pressure that comes with his new role. His presence should bring stability to a franchise that has struggled to find a consistent leader at quarterback for decades. Reflecting on his journey as a young athlete in San Bernardino, California, Daniels cultivated a calm and focused mindset. His first experiences in flag football, especially a loss of tears, taught him the value of consistency and preparation. That approach served him well at Arizona State and LSU, where he developed into a dual-threat quarterback. Shortly before his regular season debut against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Daniels acknowledged the excitement and expectations surrounding his performance. He understands that the fans are eager to see a change in his situation and he hopes to earn their respect with his hard work and dedication. His impressive college career, highlighted by 40 touchdown passes in his senior season, paved the way for a promising start in the NFL.