The Washington Commanders are on the verge of a critical season, with high expectations surrounding the team’s ability to finally break through and contend for a Super Bowl. But while the team has strengthened their roster, one player in particular is expected to play a pivotal role in the Commanders’ success — Chase Young.
Young, the 2020 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, has faced some tough challenges since then, including a series of injuries that have kept him from reaching his full potential. However, heading into the 2025 season, all signs point to the explosive edge rusher being primed for a career year. Commanders head coach Ron Rivera has made it clear that Young is crucial to the team’s championship aspirations, calling him "a difference maker" who can change the course of any game.
Young’s immense talent was evident in his rookie year, where he terrorized quarterbacks and set the tone for the defense. Now, fully healthy and with a more supportive defensive line, the pressure is on Young to return to that dominant form and lead Washington’s pass rush. If he can stay injury-free and live up to his potential, Young could be the player who takes the Commanders to the next level.
With the 2025 season fast approaching, Commanders fans are eager to see if Chase Young will truly live up to the hype. Will he prove himself as the game-changing defensive player Washington has been waiting for? One thing’s for certain: the spotlight is on him, and the team’s Super Bowl hopes may depend on his performance.
