Commanders re-sign QB Marcus Mariota to back up Jayden Daniels next season, AP source says

FILE - Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (18) looks to pass during a NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in Arlington, Texas.

FILE - Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (18) looks to pass during a NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Patterson, File)


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The Washington Commanders are re-upping veteran quarterback Marcus Mariota to back up Jayden Daniels in the Offensive Rookie of the Year's second NFL season. A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press the Commanders agreed to re-sign Mariota and add cornerback Jonathan Jones and defensive tackle Eddie Goldman. Mariota is the latest experienced player to stay in Washington after tight ends Zach Ertz and John Bates and linebacker Bobby Wagner. The team also made the trade with San Francisco for receiver Deebo Samuel official.

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