Former NFL star wide receiver Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson was present for Thursday’s joint practice between the Washington Commanders and Miami Dolphins.
What did the six-time Pro Bowl receiver think of Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels?
“Did you Jayden Daniels today,” Johnson asked co-host Shannon Sharpe on Saturday’s edition of “Nightcap.”
“He looked good,” Sharpe responded.
“You know, I went to Dolphins practice, I went to the joint practice, and I was able to see them; it might have been Thursday’s practice,” Johnson said. “Maaaaan, that boy looked like……you know how you see some rookies, and they look like they just belong. Like he’s been here before. Man, he in that pocket, man, so G—–n calm and relaxed. Pressure coming all around him, he just stepping up in the pocket. He looked nice. And this was in practice so I expected what I saw in the game.
Here’s some backstory: In Thursday’s practice, Daniels was phenomenal, reportedly throwing five consecutive touchdown passes at one point against the Dolphins, earning praise from those in Miami.
In Saturday’s game against the Dolphins, Daniels played two series, completed 10 of 12 passing attempts for 78 yards, and rushed for 13 more.
Here’s the full episode of “Nightcap,” and you can see Johnson and Sharpe discuss Daniels at around the 2:07:35 mark.
https://www.youtube.com/live/FrN4EtaBz0k?si=QNgGx2PHMhPCl0Xc
Daniels’ performance against the Dolphins was somewhat overshadowed by No. 1 overall pick Caleb Williams, who also had a terrific performance. But anyone who saw Daniels knows the league is paying attention.