The rapport between Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels and sixth-year wide receiver Terry McLaurin has blossomed throughout the season.

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Washington trailed 9-3 ahead of their first drive of the second half, so they are saving Daniels for the playoffs

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The Washington Commanders continued their breakout season with another wild finish, beating the Dallas Cowboys with a touchdown in the final seconds to finish the year 12-5 and earn the No. 6 seed in the NFC.

Za'Darius Smith already sacked Jayden Daniels once this season, but the Lions DE knows he has his work cut out for him in Saturday's playoff game.

The Dallas Cowboys are looking to their division rival to take away one of the biggest pieces to Washington's young QB's success

Dallas Cowboys star Micah Parsons is a big fan of Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels. While Parsons would probably prefer Daniels play in another division, he respects Daniels and already believes he's a superstar.

Quarterback Jayden Daniels praises the Washington Commanders' wide receivers for their selflessness and contributions to this team.

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons had some pretty high praise for Daniels this week, comparing him to two of the best to ever play the position—Patrick Mahomes and Tom Brady.

Jayden Daniels ran for a critical first down to set up Zane Gonzalez’s 37-yard field goal that clanged off the right upright and went through as time expired.