NFL fans and media cannot resist comparing quarterbacks, especially those of the athletic dual-threat variety. Michael Vick served as the measuring stick for dual-threat signal callers entering the NFL for the longest time, but that has now shifted to the two-time MVP Lamar Jackson.
The latest to draw comparisons to Jackson has been rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. The Washington Commanders appear to have finally hit on a quarterback with the second pick in the draft, as the LSU signal star has been nothing short of sensational through the first five games of his NFL career. Daniels was most recently named the Pepsi Zero Sugar Rookie of the Week for his performance against the Cleveland Browns in Week 5. Daniels has won the award in only one week so far this season.
Veteran tight end Zach Ertz was asked about his rookie quarterback being compared to Jackson ahead of the Commanders’ anticipated matchup with the Baltimore Ravens in Week 6.
“It’s tough to compare anyone to Lamar,” Ertz said. “He’s a two-time MVP— one of the best players in the league for a very long time. Jayden just had his fifth game in the league. We got all the confidence in the world that he’s gonna be in that conversation for a long time, but I think it’s a disservice to both players, honestly. I can’t speak highly enough of [Lamar]. I can’t speak highly enough of Jayden as well, but it’s still so early in his career and it’s about continued success in this league.”
The quarterbacks have helmed two of the league’s best offenses so far this season and will clash on Sunday in the latest edition of the “Battle of the Beltway.”