Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels was amazing in 2024, completing 331 of 480 passes for 3,568 yards, 25 touchdowns, nine interceptions and a 100.1 passer rating.
Combining that with his 891 rushing yards and six touchdowns, it's not much of a surprise that he wound up winning Offensive Rookie of the Year and being named to the Pro Bowl.
Daniels even led the Commanders to the NFC Championship Game, losing to the Philadelphia Eagles 55-23. It was still the furthest they had advanced in the playoffs since winning the Super Bowl at the end of the 1991 season.
Now, it's clear the team is ready to get back to work for 2025, and on Thursday, the Commanders' official X page posted photos of several players at voluntary organized team activities (OTAs), with one featuring their star quarterback.
The photo quickly caught the attention of many fans, who believe Daniels looks much bulkier and stronger compared to last season.
"JD5 looks like he put on some size," said one comment.
"Yea he put on some wait and muscle," said another.
"JD5 beefed up. League be on notice," a third added.
A fourth stated, "Yea man. Dude looking swole. Love it. He said it after the season that putting on weight was going to be a focus. Looks like the young man hit his goal."
"Yeah 5 has definitely been in the Weight Room," a fifth continued.
"Jayden actually putting work in at the weight room?? Let’s go," said another.
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels.
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Of course, it remains to be seen what's in store for Daniels in his second year, as he and the Commanders have some relatively lofty expectations, with ESPN BET tying them for the seventh-best odds (+1600) to win the Super Bowl.
