Commanders to start 39-year-old Josh Johnson at quarterback
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The quarterback position has been unpredictable for the Washington Commanders this season. After a strong performance last year, fans were looking forward to seeing Jayden Daniels under center, but a string of injuries has kept him off the field, leaving veteran Marcus Mariota to step in.
First, the Washington Commanders signed Jeff Driskel after shutting down Jayden Daniels and losing Marcus Mariota to injury. DC signed Driskel off the Arizona Cardinals' practice squad, and he's expected to provide depth behind Josh Johnson if Mariota is not able to play this week.
The Washington Commanders signed quarterback Jeff Driskel to their roster on Monday, placing Sam Cosmi on injured reserve to make room on the roster.
The Washington Commanders seem intent on missing a great opportunity to find out what they have in backup QB Sam Hartman in Week 17.
The season finale in Philadelphia provides Washington a chance to snap back at the Eagles, who went for a 2-point conversion late in a 29-18 victory in Week 16. Just as significant, it marks the end of the Commanders' dreadful season.
The Washington Commanders are going nowhere, but Josh Johnson still brought the best of his 39 years to the field.
Lets take a look at the matchup including a few key stats and trends, the quarterbacks, and the injured. NBC Sports has all the latest info and analysis you need, including how to tune in for kickoff,