Josh Johnson to Start for Commanders Amid QB Injuries

Veteran QB Josh Johnson, 39, is confirmed to start for the Washington Commanders against the Dallas Cowboys on Christmas Day, marking his first regular season start since 2021. He steps in as Jayden Daniels is shut down for the season with an elbow injury and Marcus Mariota is ruled out due to hand and quadriceps issues. Jeff Driskel will serve as backup, with Sam Hartman as the emergency quarterback for the critical matchup.