Former LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels is anticipating an early selection in the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft, with speculation suggesting he could be the second player off the board to the Washington Commanders. However, a recent viral photo has sparked concerns regarding a specific aspect of Daniels’ physique.
NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport, in a report detailing the teams scheduled to meet with Daniels at his pro day, shared a photo on social media that raised eyebrows due to an apparent anomaly with Daniels’ right elbow.
Following the widespread attention garnered by the photo, Daniels took to social media on Friday to address the circulating concerns regarding his elbow. However, despite the visual discrepancy, it’s crucial to note that there’s no indication that any purported issue with Daniels’ elbow has impacted his on-field performance.
The Arizona State transfer’s exceptional performance on the gridiron speaks for itself. Daniels recently clinched the Heisman Trophy, showcasing his dominance both through the air and on the ground.
Jayden Daniels boasts an impressive array of statistics, including the highest passer efficiency in a single season in FBS history (208.0), leading the FBS in total yards per game (412.2) and total touchdowns per game (4.2), and topping all FBS quarterbacks in yards per attempt (11.7) and yards per rush (8.4).
Despite the speculation surrounding the viral photo, there’s no denying Daniels’ standing as one of the premier quarterbacks in this draft class. Any uncertainties raised by the mystifying image of his elbow are unlikely to diminish his draft stock or his potential impact at the professional level.
