Six NFL starting QBs injured in three weeks: Why the league's backup era Is reshaping football

Six NFL starting quarterbacks -- including Washington's Jayden Daniels, Chicago's Caleb Williams, and New York's Jaxson Dart -- have been sidelined by injuries early in the 2026 season. Backed by historical data on early-season struggles and direct team reports, here is a look at the mounting injuries reshaping the league.