Veteran QB Marcus Mariota's Full Contract Details in New Deal With Commanders

Mariota re-signed with Washington to remain the primary backup to Jayden Daniels.
Veteran quarterback Marcus Mariota has re-signed with the Washington Commanders.
Veteran quarterback Marcus Mariota has re-signed with the Washington Commanders. / Tim Heitman-Imagn Images
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The Washington Commanders are re-signing veteran quarterback Marcus Mariota to a one-year, $8 million deal, according to a report from NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.

Mariota was the primary backup to starting quarterback Jayden Daniels last season, and with his new contract, will remain in that role.

The 10-year veteran played in three games last season for Washington, completing 34 of his 44 passes for 364 yards and four touchdowns to zero interceptions.


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