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Washington Football Team has an elite edge rushing duo

By Jacob Troutman

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 13: Defensive end Chase Young #99 of the Washington Football Team runs in a fumble recovery to score a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers in the first quarter of the game at State Farm Stadium on December 13, 2020 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 13: Defensive end Chase Young #99 of the Washington Football Team runs in a fumble recovery to score a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers in the first quarter of the game at State Farm Stadium on December 13, 2020 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images) /
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GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 13: Quarterback Nick Mullens #4 of the San Francisco 49ers is sacked by defensive end Montez Sweat #90 of the Washington Football Team in the third quarter of the game at State Farm Stadium on December 13, 2020 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 13: Quarterback Nick Mullens #4 of the San Francisco 49ers is sacked by defensive end Montez Sweat #90 of the Washington Football Team in the third quarter of the game at State Farm Stadium on December 13, 2020 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images) /

Montez Sweat

Montez Sweat is quickly becoming an elite run defender. His length and athleticism makes him extremely difficult for the running back to elude. He still can be more consistent as a pass rusher but when he wins there are plenty of eye-popping plays. And, like his counterpart, he has a motor on the field like none other. His hustle and pursuit is elite at times. He never quits on a play.

Montez Sweat took complete control over drives at times against the 49ers, and it was against a pretty good RT too in Mike McGlinchey. His performance has been vital in this team’s four-game winning streak.

Montez Sweat’s jump from Year 1 to Year 2 has been impressive. It was clear at times last year that he was still adjusting to the NFL. It also did not help that he was asked to go back into coverage far too often. However, if this year is any indication, he will continue to only get better. He is already a very good compliment to Chase Young and Sweat has not even reached his ceiling yet.

How good can Montez Sweat be? I am not sure; maybe he will be an All-Pro one day. But one thing is for certain: He is playing at a Pro Bowl level this year. Go vote for the man.

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