Why Commanders Should Pick Up Chase Young's Fifth-Year Option
The Washington Commanders are hoping to see the 2020 version of Chase Young return in 2023.
The No. 2 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft was named Defensive Rookie of the Year after recording 44 tackles, forcing four fumbles and sacking the quarterback 7.5 times.
Since then, Young has been plagued by injuries and has managed just 31 tackles, two forced fumbles and 1.5 sacks ... making his decision to accept or decline his fifth-year option a difficult one.
Head coach Ron Rivera told reporters Thursday that the team will wait until May 2 to decide and announce Young's fate, and there are many reasons why the Commanders should opt in to his fifth year.
The fifth-year option is worth around $17 million, which is the cheapest the Commanders will be able to get for his services in 2024.
But most importantly, the talent Young showcased in his rookie season is worth it if he can return to form.
Young played at a Pro Bowl level in 2020 and would be worth the hefty price tag if he can continue the pace. While he hasn't been able to get back to it, injuries have plagued him. Now fully healthy, Young can prove again why he was drafted No. 2 and why he is worth the expensive fifth-year option.
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