The Commander Washington won’t choose the fifth year option at the end of the defense chasing childrenmaking it possible for him to become a free agent after this season, multiple sources have confirmed.
The move comes as no surprise as Washington coach Ron Rivera said last week that they would announce a decision by the May 2 deadline. Rivera did not announce Young’s pick during the season. For example, without hesitation when choosing an ally’s defensive endpoint Montez’s sweatfifth year option last spring.
Young’s decision not to pick a pick also makes it possible for Washington to have two free-form defensive backs next season. A team source said the Commanders want to find a way to renew with Sweat, but if they fail to do so, he and Young could be free agents after the 2023 season.
Rivera said they want to assess Young’s health following his knee injury in 2021 and his commitment. Young had not always trained in Washington in previous seasons. In late January, Rivera mentioned that not picking a fifth year could perhaps boost Young, leading to a big season.
The Washington Post first reported it.
Young tore his right ACL in November 2021, causing him to miss the last seven games. He also ruptured his patellar tendon, making his recovery time longer. Young returned for the final three games of the 2022 season, scoring five tackles, one midfield hit and no pitching.
Young has received positive updates on his knee this season from Dr James Andrews, who performed the surgery on him.
Before suffering a knee injury in 2021, Young made 1.5 tackles, 2 clumsy catches and 4 midfield hits.
Washington selected Young with a second pick in the 2020 draft — Rivera’s first with the organization. Young won the NFL’s Defensive Rookie of the Year with 7.5 bats, 4 clumsy catches and 3 clumsy rebounds — one of which he came back from a hit. touch the ball. He also has 12 midfield hits.
Young will earn $17.25 million under the fifth-year option. If he makes for a successful year, Washington can always use the franchise card for him. The 2023 figure for the franchise card in defensive form is $19.73 million.
