Mariota enjoyed his one season in Washington but understood there was no path forward for him to start. Still, the Commanders wanted him back, and Mariota wanted to come back, too. This offseason, he signed a one-year deal to return and back up Daniels for another season.

Commanders' Marcus Mariota Opens Up On 'Rewarding' Jayden Daniels Mentorship originally appeared on Athlon Sports. When it comes to the most important positions in football, the quarterback position is the clear No. 1 for some, but backup quarterback is equally important and Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota is an example of that.

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