Commanders Jayden Daniels surprises young patient through the Make-A-Wish Foundation

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has won over the fan base quickly. In his rookie season last year, Daniels dazzled on the football field on his way to setting records, claiming the NFL's Offensive Rookie of the Year, and took the team to the NFC Championship game - a place they haven't reached in decades.

Daniels will now have a shot to surpass his rookie season with the hopes of taking the Commanders to a Super Bowl, but in the meantime, he is enjoying his offseason by attending Washington Capitals' games and bonding with his teammates, among other activities.

One of those activities includes reaching out to the fan base that has embraced him so readily since he was drafted. In a recent effort, the star Washington quarterback partnered with Make-A-Wish for World Wish Day to create a special moment for a six-year-old named Markel, who is currently undergoing treatment for a congenital heart disease.

Daniels dialed in on FaceTime with the young fan, learning that Markel loves to play football when he can. Markel also spent time with players from Georgetown Preparatory School as part of his wish.

It is great to see that Daniels is living up to the expectations of a star quarterback, not only on the field but off of it as well. The short FaceTime might have only felt like a small part of Daniels' day, but to the young fan, it will be a lasting memory from the best player on his favorite team.

Things such as this go a long way in showing the community how much you do care, and are a prime example of how a city can get behind a player. Daniels has done everything right since becoming the Commanders' star quarterback and will now have a chance to expand upon his first season with the hopes of raising the Lombardi Trophy.

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