NFL Tigers: Jayden Daniels, Justin Jefferson, Ja’Marr Chase Set To Return, And Odell Beckham, Jr. Inactive

By KACE KIESCHNICK, Tiger Rag Staff Reporter

Three of LSU’s biggest NFL stars are expected back on the field on Sunday.

Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn announced that quarterback Jayden Daniels would start against the Giants on Sunday.

Daniels suffered a dislocated left elbow in Washington’s Week 2 matchup against the Cowboys, his second in 11 months. Instead of a potentially season-ending surgery, Daniels opted to wear a brace on his left arm for the remainder of the season so as to return as soon as possible. The 2023 Heisman Trophy winner for the Tigers, he was limited in practices leading up to the team’s Week 4 matchup with the Colts and was a full participant ahead of the divisional clash with New York.

Minnesota wide receiver Justin Jefferson still holds a questionable designation and will be a game-time decision for a New Orleans homecoming versus the Saints (Noon, FOX), but ESPN’s Jeff Darlington reports he is expected to be available barring any pregame setbacks. Jefferson sprained his ankle in a Week 3 win over the Buccaneers and was sidelined against the Dolphin. He was limited in practice during the week and will make a final decision following pregame warm-ups.

Justin Jefferson arrived at the Superdome with his cleats draped over his bag, ready to give it a go today despite an ankle injury that limited him this week. Barring a setback, you can expect Jefferson to play. Jordan Addison, on the other hand, isn’t likely to be active.

— Jeff Darlington (@JeffDarlington) October 11, 2026

Former LSU wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. signed with the Vikings practice squad after being cut by the Giants. He was elevated to the active roster on Saturday as Jefferson and No. 2 wideout Jordan Addison delt with injuries, but will not make hi Minnesota debut in his home town after being ruled inactive on Sunday.

Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, both listed as questionable for today, both will play against the Dolphins. pic.twitter.com/NDH3I6kPFn

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 11, 2026

Bengals receiver Ja’Marr Chase is expected to play after suffering a concussion in his last game versus the Jaguars, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. He was a full participant in practice on Friday but was listed as questionable for Cincinnati’s game against the Dolphins as he worked to clear concussion protocol.