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Commanders Secure Linebacker Chenal for $24.75M
11 Mar
Summary
- Chenal signed a deal worth $24.75 million.
- He's a versatile linebacker known for blitzing and stopping the run.
- Chenal is a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Chiefs.
The Washington Commanders have significantly upgraded their defense by acquiring linebacker Chenal on a reported $24.75 million contract. This move brings a dynamic player to a unit that struggled with scoring defense and yardage last season, aiming to inject much-needed speed into the front seven.
Chenal, a former Chiefs standout, is renowned for his ability to blitz effectively and his tenacity against the run. He recorded 58 tackles, two sacks, and five quarterback hits in his previous season, even logging his first career interception. His versatility allowed him to be utilized in various roles, including as an edge rusher and a spy.
A two-time Super Bowl champion with Kansas City, Chenal was a key rotational defender and contributed significantly to their playoff success. Despite not always playing a majority of defensive snaps, his impact was evident through 16 quarterback hits and seven sacks over four seasons, making him a valuable addition for the Commanders' new defensive system.
