Sources: Commanders re-signing backup QB Marcus Mariota

The Washington Commanders are re-signing backup quarterback Marcus Mariota in a one-year, $7 million deal, in line with NFL Network.

Mariota could make as much as $11 million in incentives, per the report.

Mariota, 32, began eight video games final season for Washington and appeared in 11 as starter Jayden Daniels battled accidents. Mariota threw for 1,695 yards, 10 touchdowns and 7 interceptions, however the Commanders received solely two of his begins.

In 2024, Mariota relieved Daniels in three video games — two due to accidents, with the sport doubtful. In these two video games — each victories — Mariota threw for a mixed 366 yards and 4 touchdowns. He accomplished a 5-yard cross with two seconds remaining within the regular-season finale to beat the Dallas Cowboys.

Mariota developed a powerful relationship with Daniels, changing into a mentor to somebody who, like him, was additionally a Heisman Trophy winner and second total choose of the draft. The Tennessee Titans took Mariota in 2015.

He spent 5 seasons with Tennessee, having fun with a powerful second 12 months when he threw for 3,426 yards, 26 touchdowns and solely 9 interceptions. Mariota performed two years with the Las Vegas Raidersone with the Atlanta Falcons and one other with the Philadelphia Eagles earlier than becoming a member of Washington.

He has began 82 video games in his profession, throwing for 17,879 yards, 107 touchdowns and 62 interceptions. He additionally has rushed for two,453 yards and 19 touchdowns.

ESPN’s John Keim contributed to this report.