WAS Leo Chenal
NFL linebacker. Position: LB. Team: Washington Commanders.
Quick Facts
- Position: Linebacker
- Team: Washington Commanders (WAS)
- Role: Off-ball linebacker in revamped defense
2026 Outlook
Newly signed to the Commanders as part of a major defensive overhaul under head coach Dan Quinn. Joins a linebacker corps with Sonny Styles (first-round pick) and Frankie Luvu, giving Washington a versatile off-ball unit capable of varying roles including pass-rush situations. Chenal is enthusiastic about the new defensive infrastructure, noting the Commanders have "a bunch of dogs" in their linebacker group and praising Quinn's player-friendly coaching approach. The trio can function in multiple schemes to make Washington's defense less predictable. (per Leo Chenal: Commanders' revamped defense has 'a bunch of dogs')
Recent News
- 2026-07-17 — Leo Chenal: Commanders' revamped defense has 'a bunch of dogs' (Leo Chenal: Commanders' revamped defense has 'a bunch of dogs')