Jayden Daniels sends a clear message about Lamar Jackson comparisons

Jayden Daniels has been sensational leading the Washington Commanders to a 4-1 record. In a totally unexpected turn of events, they look set to fight for the opposing division Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys.

Right now, Daniels is the clear favorite to win the Rookie of the Year award, and according to many experts, the kind of numbers he’s putting up should be enough for the MVP conversation.

However, there is still a long way to go in 2024 NFL season and expectations will be higher if you compare yourself to stars like Lamar Jackson or Patrick Mahomes. The young quarterback wants no part of that debate.

Who is the favorite to win the NFL MVP?

Patrick MahomesJosh Allen and Lamar Jackson they are currently favorites to win the MVP award. However, Jayden Daniels is very close and is already listed at number five on this list.

As a result, with an upcoming match against the Baltimore Ravensmany pundits and fans have compared Daniels to Lamar, but that didn’t sit well with the rookie quarterback.

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“I don’t like it when people try to compare me to Lamar. We are two different players. I want to be known as Jayden Daniels and not the next so-and-so. I like to see a good quarterback play. I’m a fan of him and how he plays. But we’re two different quarterbacks, two different styles. I appreciate what he has done for this sport and what he has done for African-American quarterbacks. For me, it’s just going out there and trying to be unique and trying to be different from everybody else.”

Miguel Angel Fernandez Castro is a writer and sports analyst for Bolavip US, specializing in NFL, MLB, NBA, college football, soccer, tennis and golf. With more than 15 years of experience, he has served as an announcer, commentator and reporter at Grupo ACIR Radio in Mexico, covering major global events such as the FIFA World Cup, the Super Bowl, the FIFA Confederations Cup, the World Baseball Classic and the Pan American Games. , PGA Tour and ATP Tour. He has a degree in International Relations from the Technological Institute and Higher Education of Monterrey.