The Washington Football Team has created a very clear identity in their first year with Ron Rivera at the helm, and it’s one based solely around their defense. There were already some great pieces on this defense, but getting Chase Young with the second overall pick in the draft helped this unit take a step towards being elite.
Don’t believe me? Check out where their defense ranks. Sixth in total defense DVOA, fourth in pass defense DVOA, 13th in run defense DVOA, ninth in points allowed, fifth in yards allowed, first in passing yards allowed, 17th in rushing yards allowed, sixth in pressure rate, sixth in pass rush win rate, third in sacks, 14th in run stop win rate, and 23rd in takeaways.