“I’m a dog”: Jayden Daniels talks what makes him stand out among QB prospects

The 2024 NFL draft boasts a pool of talented quarterbacks, with USC’s Caleb Williams, LSU’s Jayden Daniels, and UNC’s Drake Maye leading the pack.

Meanwhile, in a recent appearance on the “Night Cap Show,” Daniels discussed what sets him apart, highlighting his dual-threat capabilities and agility on the field.

“I mean I can’t speak for everybody, but I’m a competitor. I’m a dog, man, my escapability. You give me a lane, I could go eighty [yards] that separates me. “I mean I know they all got high football IQs, but I’ll say just that dog in me. This is all I know,” he said.

After concluding a remarkable career at LSU, where he clinched the Heisman Trophy, the former LSU quarterback is now a highly anticipated prospect in the upcoming draft. Speculation suggests that Williams is likely to be the first pick by the Chicago Bears, leaving Daniels and Maye as potential selections for either the Washington Commanders or the New England Patriots, per Boston.com.

As the draft approaches, the fate of these quarterbacks remains uncertain. Meanwhile, the “poor man’s Lamar Jackson” has expressed admiration for the Commanders’ lineup, hinting at a potential fit with the team.

Jayden Daniels shows interest in the Commanders’ lineup

The anticipation surrounding the Commanders’ pick at No. 2 overall in the 2024 NFL draft continues to grow, with many analysts suggesting that LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels could be the perfect fit for the team. The Heisman Trophy winner himself has not been shy about expressing his interest in playing for the Commanders, particularly due to the talent they have at the receiver position.

During the recent discussion in “Night Cap Show”, he praised the Commanders’ receiving corps, referring to them as “dawgs.” 

“They got some dawgs over there,” he said.

Despite the buzz surrounding Daniels and the Commanders, the team has remained tight-lipped about their draft plans.

Furthermore, Daniels recently met with the Commanders, along with other quarterback prospects, including Drake Maye, J.J. McCarthy, and Michael Penix Jr. Nevertheless, reports suggest that the meeting may not have gone as expected.