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Jayden Daniels

Jayden Daniels is an American professional football quarterback for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 10, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jayden Daniels is an American professional football quarterback for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Arizona State and LSU, won the 2023 Heisman Trophy, and was selected second overall in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Early life and high school

Jayden Daniels was born in San Bernardino, California, and attended Cajon High School. He developed into a highly regarded dual-threat quarterback before beginning his college career.

College career

Daniels played at Arizona State from 2019 to 2021 before transferring to LSU in 2022. He won the 2023 Heisman Trophy after a standout senior season. He also won major college football awards in 2023, including the Walter Camp Award and Davey O'Brien Award. LSU lists him among its all-time statistical leaders, including 12,749 passing yards and 3,307 rushing yards.

Professional career

The Washington Commanders selected Daniels with the second overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. He entered the NFL as the team’s quarterback and earned early recognition as a top rookie.

Playing style and recognition

Daniels is known as a dual-threat quarterback, combining passing production with rushing ability. His college awards and record-setting output established him as one of the most accomplished quarterbacks in recent NCAA history.

Key facts

  • Jayden Daniels is the quarterback for the Washington Commanders.
  • He was selected second overall in the 2024 NFL Draft.
  • He played college football at Arizona State and LSU.
  • He won the 2023 Heisman Trophy, Walter Camp Award, and Davey O'Brien Award.
  • He was born in San Bernardino, California, and attended Cajon High School.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jayden Daniels?
He is an American professional football quarterback for the Washington Commanders in the NFL.
What college did Jayden Daniels attend?
He played at Arizona State and LSU.
Did Jayden Daniels win the Heisman Trophy?
Yes. He won the 2023 Heisman Trophy as LSU’s quarterback.
When was Jayden Daniels drafted?
He was selected second overall in the 2024 NFL Draft by the Washington Commanders.
Where is Jayden Daniels from?
He was born in San Bernardino, California.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jayden_Daniels
    Supports: Birth date, position, team, college history, and 2024 draft selection.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/bio/_/id/4426348/jayden-daniels
    Supports: Current team, position, height, weight, birthdate, college, and draft information.
  3. Heisman Trophy — https://www.heisman.com/heisman-winners/jayden-daniels/
    Supports: 2023 Heisman win and additional major college awards.
  4. LSU Athletics — https://lsusports.net/sports/fb/roster/player/jayden-daniels/
    Supports: College career totals and FBS statistical milestones.
  5. NCAA — https://www.ncaa.com/news/football/article/2025-01-26/jayden-daniels-college-football-career-stats-highlights-records
    Supports: College career summary, schools attended, and 2024 draft selection.