Jayden Daniels’ mysterious wristband clue about his love life steals spotlight after injury scare

Jayden Daniels gave fans a scare that sent chills across the NFL world. The Washington Commanders’ star quarterback went down with a horrifying elbow injury that, at first glance, looked career-threatening.

For a franchise haunted by the memories of Robert Griffin III and Joe Theismann’s devastating injuries, it felt like déjà vu.

But there’s a silver lining. Despite the disturbing visuals, Daniels’ dislocated left elbow will only sideline him for a few weeks—a far better outcome than many feared.Yet before that painful moment, Daniels had already sparked headlines for an entirely different reason. The reigning NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year subtly dropped what looked like a romantic clue before kickoff—one that set social media ablaze.

Jayden Daniels sparks dating rumors with JuJu Watkins hint

Before the game, Daniels was spotted with his wrist tape marked by a simple yet telling detail: a small heart and the number “12.” That number happens to be worn by USC basketball phenom JuJu Watkins, a two-time, first-team All-American. Fans quickly connected the dots, and the rumor mill went into overdrive.

Daniels and Watkins have been linked since last year’s NCAA women’s tournament when his mother, Regina Jackson, was spotted sitting between the two courtside.

Their chemistry was undeniable—Watkins celebrated alongside Daniels and Jackson again when Washington pulled off a big win against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium earlier this season.Adding an emotional twist, Daniels was courtside when Watkins suffered her own season-ending knee injury shortly after their first viral appearance together. Both young stars—each a generational talent in their respective sports—now face recovery periods that test not only their physical strength but also their bond.

Jayden Daniels’ injury scare and recovery outlook

Daniels’ fall during the Commanders’ clash against the Seahawks was hard to watch. The quarterback landed awkwardly at the 4-yard line, his left elbow bending the wrong way as he tried to brace his fall. The Commanders trailed 38-7 at that point, eventually losing 38-14, but the scoreline hardly mattered—fans were far more concerned about their star’s future.This marks Daniels’ second major setback of the season, following earlier absences due to a knee sprain and hamstring injury. Still, the latest update brings hope. His career isn’t in jeopardy, and his resilience remains unshaken. Whether or not the wristband heart truly hints at a romance with Watkins, one thing is clear—Jayden Daniels continues to wear both his passion and his heart where everyone can see it.More coverage on NFL:Patrick Mahomes embarrassed on national stage as Drake Maye rewrites record books with better stats than himHow serious is Tucker Kraft’s knee injury after Packers confirm his knee injury ‘does not look good’?