Commanders rule out QB Marcus Mariota, cut WR Byron Pringle

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The Washington Commanders ruled out quarterback Marcus Mariota for the team's season opener and released wide receiver Byron Pringle on Friday.

Mariota will miss the Commanders' game against the host Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday after he failed to participate in his second consecutive practice due to chest and pectoral injuries. Jeff Driskel will step in as the backup to rookie