Commanders agree to deal with former Patriots edge rusher K’Lavon Chaisson: Source

After a breakout season with the New England Patriots, K’Lavon Chaisson, a first-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, cashed in on his success, agreeing to terms on a one-year deal, according to a league source.

Chaisson, who was No. 43 on The Athletic’s list of the Top 150 free agents of 2026 and seventh among edge rushers, was one of a slew of free-agent signings by the Patriots last year who worked out in a big way. He took a one-year deal with New England, hoping it would yield the best football of his career and fulfill some of the expectations that arrived when he was the 20th overall pick by the Jacksonville Jaguars six years ago.

The breakout he hoped for arrived in the form of a career-high 7.5 sacks and 59 pressures. Chaisson, 26, was at his best in the biggest games, too, notching 20 pressures in New England’s four playoff games during its run to the Super Bowl.

Chaisson’s first four NFL seasons with the Jaguars were disappointing, as he never totaled more than two sacks. The Jags didn’t pick up his fifth-year option, and Chaisson joined the Las Vegas Raiders for the 2024 season, where he recorded five sacks.

Chaisson is a better pass rusher than run defender, which could limit his playing time to passing situations. He is a bit undersized at 255 pounds, but he uses his speed and quick twitch to get after the passer.

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