Washington Signs First-Round DE Chase Young

Washington has officially signed first-round DE Chase Young to his rookie contract, according to Ian Rapoport.

That leaves just two more rookies for Washington to sign to complete its draft class. 

Round Player Pos. Status
1 Chase Young DE Signed
3 Antonio Gibson RB Signed
4 Saahdiq Charles OT Signed
4 Antonio Gandy-Golden WR Signed
5 Keith Ismael C Signed
5 Khaleke Hudson OLB  
7 Kamren Curl SS  
7 James Smith-Williams DE Signed

Young, 21, was a two-year starter at Ohio State and was a first-team All-American last season. Washington used the No. 2 overall pick in this year’s draft on him. 

Young is projected to sign a four-year, $34,563,594 rookie contract that includes a $22,697,160 signing bonus. The contract includes a fifth-year for Washington to pick up for the 2024 season. 

During his three-year college career, Young recorded 98 total tackles, 40.5 tackles for loss, 30.5 sacks, eight pass defenses, and nine forced fumbles. 

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