5 bold predictions for Commanders QB Jayden Daniels in Week 3 at Bengals

Jayden Daniels proved one thing above all else in Week 2 against the New York Giants. If his Washington Commanders teammates and coaches give him a chance to come through in the clutch, he'll deliver the goods.

It was a much-improved performance from Daniels during his home regular-season debut at Northwest Stadium. He looked more comfortable in the pocket, relied less on his legs to generate yardage, and moved the football downfield frequently. Had the Commanders managed to convert some of their red-zone opportunities into touchdowns, this would have been out of sight long before Austin Seibert nailed a walk-off field goal.

This will be a big confidence boost for Daniels. However, there are tougher tests upcoming for the No., 2 overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft. These will provide those in power with a better-measuring stick of where their prized possession is and what more he has to work on.

These difficult games start with Daniels' first primetime contest of his NFL career. The Commanders travel to the Cincinnati Bengals for Monday Night Football, which is a chance for the franchise to prove they aren't the whipping boys of old. It's also an opportunity for the former LSU star to formally announce himself with the entire football world watching.

A fascinating evening awaits. With this in mind, here are five bold predictions for Daniels at Paycor Stadium in Week 3.

Bold predictions for Commanders QB Jayden Daniels in Week 3 at Bengals

Jayden Daniels throws two touchdowns

Much has been made about the rookie quarterbacks struggling to adjust over the opening fortnight. Jayden Daniels is the exception, but he's yet to throw his first NFL touchdown entering Week 3.

Had the offensive line been more disciplined in the red zone versus the New York Giants, it might be a different story. That's something Daniels will be looking to rectify on Monday Night Football. There's also a chance the Washington Commanders could be playing from behind unless their defense can somehow stop quarterback Joe Burrow from doing damage.

It would be a surprise if Daniels didn't throw his first regular-season touchdown this week. If he could get two, that might keep this contest closer than most anticipate.