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Jayden Daniels is set to return but Commanders have other key injuries ahead of matchup with Giants

The team's two top receivers, Terry McLaurin and Stefon Diggs, both have hamstring injuries, leaving their status for Sunday in doubt.

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) passes against the Dallas Cowboys in the first half during an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

By ANDREW GILLIS AP Sports Writer

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — As Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels prepares for his return to the lineup, Washington could be without a handful of other key players for an NFC East matchup against the New York Giants.

The team's two top receivers, Terry McLaurin and Stefon Diggs, both have hamstring injuries, leaving their status for Sunday in doubt.

But the return of Daniels gives Washington (1-3) confidence in what its offense can do against division-leading New York (3-1).

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