Commanders linked to Super Bowl champion pass rusher in free agency

The Washington Commanders need some help in the front seven, and they can get that by signing a free agent fresh off a Super Bowl win.

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is tackled by Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Josh Sweat (19) in Super Bowl LIX between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Washington Commanders are in need of adding pass rushers to the defense during free agency.

That's why Pro Football Focus writer Bradley Locker believes that the Commanders should sign Josh Sweat away from their NFC East rival Philadelphia Eagles.

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Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Josh Sweat (19) against the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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"The Commanders already traded for Deebo Samuel to amplify their offensive talent. Now, Adam Peters should pivot to the other side of the ball," Locker writes.

"Sweat put together another effective season in 2024, racking up 66 pressures on a 14.0% pass-rush win rate. What makes him a nice fit in Washington’s 4-3 defense is that his 85.9 PFF pass-rushing grade in that scheme ranks fifth among qualified edge rushers over the past two years. Considering that only one Washington defensive lineman even eclipsed a 70.0 PFF pass-rushing grade or a 10.5% pass-rush win rate in 2024, Sweat could transform the unit overnight."

Sweat can begin negotiating with other teams on Monday and sign officially on Wednesday when the new league year starts.

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