The grass isn't always greener on the other side. That's precisely what Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota said on Thursday about re-signing with Washington instead of potentially pursuing starting options elsewhere.

After spending the 2024 season with the Commanders, Marcus Mariota is well known to the local media and most Washington fans, but he met with local reporters on Thursday to talk about his contract extension,

The Washington Commanders’ roster for the upcoming season is beginning to take shape. Washington added valuable pieces during the offseason via trade, acquiring two Pro Bowl players in the process. Additionally,

Marcus Mariota, who helped the Commanders win two games as the backup to Jayden Daniels last season, is returning on a one-year, $8M deal, a source told ESPN.

Marcus Mariota will remain the backup in Washington. Mariota has agreed to re-sign with the Commanders on a one-year contract worth $8 million, according to multiple reports. Mariota, 31, threw for 364 yards and four touchdowns and rushed for 92 yards a touchdown while appearing in three games as Jayden Daniels' backup last season.