Defense
The most talented unit for the Washington Football Team is the defensive line and it is one of the best in the NFL. Two newcomers could also be in the mix for edge rusher/outside linebacker duties. Chase Young and Montez Sweat could be in line for a record breaking season.
Defensive Line
- Starter: Jonathan Allen
- Starter: Daron Payne
- Starter: Chase Young
- Starter: Montez Sweat
- Matt Ioannidis
- Tim Settle
- James Smith-Williams
- Shaka Toney (Edge/Outside Linebacker)
- William Bradley-King (Edge/Outside Linebacker)
Thought rookie Shaka Toney flashed a few times off the edge. Speed and burst to the edge with a nice rip move to get past the tackle and generate pressure on both plays here. pic.twitter.com/qj03vU0PMN
— Mark Bullock (@MarkBullockNFL) August 19, 2021
Washington’s defensive line makes other units better
Linebackers
- Starter: Jamin Davis
- Starter: Cole Holcomb
- Starter: Jon Bostic
- Khaleke Hudson
- David Mayo
First-round rookie Jamin Davis has garnered some attention for possible Defensive Rookie of the Year honors. He is slated to be the opening day middle linebacker.
The depth at LB is a little concerning, but the three projected starters are solid and they should be helped out by the play of the defensive line.