Commanders' Rookie QB Jayden Daniels to Start Against Buccaneers

The Washington Commanders have named rookie Jayden Daniels as their starting quarterback for the season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Also in the sports world, Atlanta Braves' Austin Riley is out for up to eight weeks with a hand fracture, and Jannik Sinner wins the Cincinnati Open.

Following is a summary of current sports news briefs.

The Washington Commanders have chosen rookie Jayden Daniels as their starting quarterback for the upcoming season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sept. 8. Last year's Heisman Trophy winner from LSU was the No. 2 pick in the NFL Draft, following Caleb Williams who went to the Chicago Bears.

In baseball, the Atlanta Braves' Austin Riley will be sidelined for 6-8 weeks due to a hand fracture sustained in Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Angels.

Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner defeated Frances Tiafoe to win the Cincinnati Open despite recent health issues, making him a strong contender for the U.S. Open.