3 most overrated players on Washington Commanders' roster feat. Jayden Daniels

Jayden Daniels' Washington Commanders made fans feel they could win the Super Bowl. First came the winning record, then came the 12th win. After that, Daniels upset the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Then, he upset the number one seed. However, for all the good that the team is doing, the sum is greater than the parts.

Here's a look at three players that don't deserve the praise they're getting.

Most overrated players on Washington Commanders' roster including Jayden Daniels

#3 - Brian Robinson Jr., RB

Brian Robinson Jr. gets tackled by Detroit Lions defender - Source: Imagn

The Commanders running back logged a career-high in rushing yards and rushing touchdowns. That means he's a franchise running back, right? Wrong. Robinson logged 799 yards on the ground and averaged 4.3 yards per carry, far from the bar set by players like Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry.

Is he a solid back? Yes. However, he hasn't proven to be anywhere close to being a top back at the position in the league.

#2 - Zach Ertz, TE

Zach Ertz scores a touchdown against the Detroit Lions - Source: Imagn

Zach Ertz is a well-known name who won a Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles. He's seen a rejuvenation this season, earning the most receiving yards and touchdowns in half a decade. However, that doesn't mean he is as great as some claim.

This season, he has earned just 654 yards and seven touchdowns. He's a great option in the red zone but far from the number-one receiving option on any team.

#1 - Jayden Daniels, QB

Jayden Daniels at NFC Divisional Round-Washington Commanders at Detroit Lions - Source: Imagn

First, this doesn't mean he's a bad player. He has a bright future and will be in the league for long. However, the level of praise Daniels has received is nothing short of overkill. Sure, he upset the NFC South and NFC North division winners in their building in back-to-back games. Daniels even looked good doing it.

However, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense was among the lowest-ranked passing defenses.

The Detroit Lions' defense was also decimated by injuries, becoming one of the least effective units by the end of the season.

Daniels also has Terry McLaurin, one of the most underrated receivers in the league to catch touchdowns. His 13 touchdowns make up over half of Jayden Daniels' throwing scores this season. He also has been blessed with Dan Quinn, one of the most accomplished coaches in the league coming into the 2024 hiring cycle.

CJ Stroud didn't get to the AFC championship last season, but he hit a slowdown in his next year. Jayden Daniels will do the same, starting in the NFC championship.