Jayden Daniels wins ROTW Week 5 for the fourth time in five weeks. The Washington Commanders demolished the Cleveland Browns 34-13 on October 6, 2024, at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland, with the rookie quarterback delivering another masterful performance. Daniels threw for 238 yards and a touchdown while adding 82 rushing yards, continuing his historic start to the season and leading Washington to a perfect 4-1 record.
Why Jayden Daniels Wins ROTW Week 5
Daniels’ commanding performance against Cleveland demonstrated why he continues to dominate rookie recognition. The Commanders quarterback completed 14 of 25 passes for 238 yards and one touchdown. He once again showed off his dual-threat ability that makes him near impossible to contain.
His 82 rushing yards highlighted the mobility that has become his trademark, as he repeatedly escaped pressure and extended plays against the Browns defense. Daniels’ ability to make plays when pressured was on full display, as he made several impressive throws while evading near-sacks despite being brought down three times.
The rookie quarterback watched the fourth quarter from the sideline after being replaced by backup Marcus Mariota. The game was already well in hand, a testament to how thoroughly Washington controlled the contest. JD benefitted from an offense that combined for 211 rushing yards on 31 carries. That’s in part, due to the impact of his playmaking ability.
Daniels Dominated the Rookie Competition
Four wins in five weeks. That’s pretty impressive. With wins in Weeks 1, Week 3 and Week 4 already – the other rookies have to be starting to wonder if they’re ever going to be able to break the streak.
Up Next
The Washington Commanders face the Baltimore Ravens on the road in Week 6, where Daniels will look to continue his historic start against a Ravens defense led by former Defensive Player of the Year candidate Roquan Smith. Can he keep the ROTW streak going in Week 6?