Jayden Daniels wins ROTW Week 3 for the second time in his young NFL career. The Washington Commanders defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 38-33 on Monday Night Football, September 23, 2024, at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati in a stunning upset victory.
Daniels completed 91.3% of his passes. That was a rookie record for single-game completion percentage while compiling 293 total yards and three scores. The primetime performance showcased his poise under pressure and established him as a legitimate franchise quarterback.
Why Jayden Daniels Wins ROTW Week 3
Daniels’ Monday Night Football performance demonstrated exactly why he deserved to win his second rookie honor in three weeks. The LSU product completed 21 of 23 passes for 254 yards and 2 touchdowns. He showed remarkable accuracy and decision-making against a Bengals defense that was desperate for their first win. Daniels also ran for a score in the remarkably efficient performance, adding a rushing dimension to his passing excellence. His two incompletions both came on deep pass attempts, highlighting his precision on shorter and intermediate routes.
Daniels Edged Out Field
Jayden Daniels wins ROTW Week 3 over what was another competitive field of rookie performers. His record-breaking completion percentage and primetime stage gave him a significant advantage. Monday Night Football performances typically receive extra attention from voters and fans alike.
Up Next
The Washington Commanders face the Arizona Cardinals at home in Week 4, where Daniels will look to continue his hot start against a Cardinals defense that has shown vulnerabilities early in the season. With his accuracy and poise already reaching historic levels through three games, Daniels has positioned himself perfectly to potentially make it three wins in four weeks where Jayden Daniels wins ROTW.