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Commanders announce Jayden Daniels, many others won’t play on Friday night

The Washington Commanders have officially sidelined 26 players, including quarterback Jayden Daniels, for their upcoming game against the Miami Dolphins.

By · Published August 16, 2026  14:46 UTC · Updated August 17, 2026  02:31 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: The Washington Commanders have officially sidelined 26 players, including quarterback Jayden Daniels, for their upcoming game against the Miami Dolphins.
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Despite the anticipation surrounding the preseason schedule, Jayden Daniels is among the 26 members of the Commanders roster held out of the matchup against the Miami Dolphins. This decision impacts the team's planned lineup, shifting focus to other participants as the organization manages its roster for the preseason opener.

Coverage confirms the list of inactive players is extensive, signaling a cautious approach to the early stages of the schedule. Simultaneously, observations from the Dolphins’ camp note the performance of Willis during the preseason opener.

While the Commanders have set specific availability limitations for the Friday night contest, the game proceeds with these verified roster adjustments in place. Official team announcements provide the current list of exclusions, though specific plans for subsequent games are not yet addressed in available reporting.

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How many players are sitting out for the Commanders?

The Commanders have announced that 26 players will not participate in the game against the Dolphins.

Is Jayden Daniels playing?

No, Jayden Daniels is among the players confirmed to be sitting out of the Friday night game.

What is the status of the Miami Dolphins for this game?

Coverage notes that Willis appeared sharp during the preseason opener, though broader team availability for the Friday night matchup remains secondary to the Commanders' roster announcement.

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