Regina Jackson and Jayden Daniels attend the 2024 ESPY Awards at Dolby Theatre on July 11, 2024 in Hollywood, California
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is learning early in his NFL career that who you surround yourself with matters just as much as talent. For Daniels, that lesson came straight from his mother, Regina Jackson — someone he credits with shaping both his mindset and his career.
In aBoardroom cover story, Daniels opened up about how his mom’s influence helped him stay grounded as he transitioned from LSU standout to NFL starting quarterback.
“Nothing gets past my mama,” Daniels said. “That’s the biggest thing. She reads people and doesn’t put people around methat don’t benefit me. My mom’s support through this journey has been huge.”
Daniels said Jackson is the one who keeps his circle small and focused, something many athletes learn the hard way.“For her to show up at everygame whether it’s sunny, hot, rainyor cold? She’ll throw on three or four coats and be cheering no matter what, making sure that I’m my best and taking as much off my plate as possible,” he said.
Jackson isn’t just a supportive parent — she also managesDaniels’ business affairs. Her involvement ensures that her son stays focused on football while she handles the details off the field.
“He doesn’t know what he doesn’t know, and he knows football and he does it very well… but he doesn’t know the business world,” Jackson said on “The Pivot” podcast. “He feels comfortable knowing that not only am I educated and qualified to do it, I’m also his mom.”
Regina Jackson Is Her Son’s Strongest Shield
Daniels’ mother has been by his side since his early days at Arizona State and LSU, helping him avoid common pitfalls young athletes face. In the Boardroom feature, Daniels said that her presence gives him peace of mind, especially as fame and money bring new challenges.
Jackson has made it clear that her job isn’t just about managing contracts — it’s about protecting her son from people who don’t have his best interests at heart.
“It’s my job to make sure that when people come around, they’re there for the right reasons,” she said. “You never know who’s really there for you and who’s really against you.”
That protective instinct extends beyond football. On “The Pivot” podcast, she admitted that her biggest fear as a mother isn’t injuries or losses — it’s “them girls.” Jackson laughed as she explained the comment that went viral after a previous interview. “It was a question I was asked, ‘What is your biggest fear?’ That should be every parent’s biggest fear,” she said. “You never know who’s really there for you because your name and your dollar amount are attached.”
Her mix of humor and honesty has made her a favorite among Commanders fans, who often point to her as a key reason why Daniels carries himself with maturity well beyond his years.
Jayden Daniels’ Mom Responds to RGIII Comparisons
When Daniels suffered a right hamstring injury during Washington’s blowout loss to the Dallas Cowboys, fans began comparing him to former Washington quarterback Robert Griffin III — whose promising careerwas derailed by injuries. Jackson quickly shut down the conversation.
“I wish you would stop manifesting RGIII on my son,” she wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “Words are powerfuland that’s all that’s talked about.”
Griffin later responded with support, writing, “I have always supported Jayden Daniels and want nothing but the best for him. Being QB1 in WashingtonDC comes with an intense spotlight that I know well. You love your sonand the real fans do too.”
The exchange underscored what Daniels has said all along — his mom is hisbiggest advocate, both in public and behind the scenes. As he continues his rookie season in Washington, it’s clear that Regina Jackson’s guidance has given him more than a strong start in football — it’s given him the foundation for a long, successful career.