The Washington Chiefs are facing a growing injury situation at quarterback.
Marcus Mariota, sidelined after Jayden Daniels dislocated his left elbow, won his second straight start against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday in London. But now the backup is headed to the locker room after an awkward sack and an apparent knee injury.
Mariota injured against Colts:
Mariota goes to the locker room for further evaluation. The team officially considered him doubtful to return with a knee injury:
With Daniels and Mariota in the locker room, Washington turned to third baseman Athan Kaliakmanis. A seventh-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Kaliakmanis began his collegiate career at Minnesota before transferring to Rutgers.
He completed 24-of-37 passes for 294 yards in preseason action and secured the QB3 spot over Sam Hartman.