Commanders' Jayden Daniels Names His Favorite Athlete of All Time
Summary
Jayden Daniels, quarterback for the Washington Commanders, named Kobe Bryant as his favorite athlete of all time. Daniels honored Bryant by wearing special cleats and spoke about the importance of Bryant's "Mamba Mentality" in his football career.Key Facts
- Jayden Daniels is entering his third season with the Washington Commanders in 2026.
- He wore Kobe Bryant Nike cleats during an offseason practice to pay tribute to him.
- Daniels calls Kobe Bryant his favorite athlete and admires his work ethic and impact on Southern California.
- Daniels was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft.
- He won Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2024, completing 69% of his passes for 3,568 yards and 25 touchdowns.
- He also rushed for 891 yards and 6 touchdowns in his rookie season.
- Daniels played only seven games in 2025 due to injuries, including a dislocated left elbow.
- The Commanders start the 2026 season against the Philadelphia Eagles on September 13.
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