The new ownership regime for the Washington Commanders "had a strong hand in deciding to deal both Chase Young and Montez Sweat," according to The Athletic's Dianna Russini.
The two defensive ends were the subject of steady speculation leading up to Tuesday's NFL trade deadline.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Washington sent Sweat to the Chicago Bears for a 2024 second-round pick, while Young is on his way to the San Francisco 49ers for a third-rounder, per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
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