Quinn Plans Regular Three‑Backer Sets With Chenal, Styles and Luvu

Overview

• Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said the team will frequently deploy three‑backer packages that rotate Leo Chenal, rookie Sonny Styles and Frankie Luvu to create varied blitz looks.
• Washington signed Leo Chenal to a reported three‑year, $24.75 million deal and Quinn called him a fast, square and 'secure' tackler who can help fix the team’s tackling problems from 2025.
• The Commanders used the No. 7 pick to draft Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles, who along with Frankie Luvu projects as a starter in the base defense while still rotating in Chenal.
• Quinn framed the trio’s length, speed and demeanor as a tactical advantage that should let Washington bring rushers from different spots and make pass protection harder for opponents.
• The plan is descriptive for now and will be evaluated during the upcoming OTAs, training camp and the preseason before final roles and effectiveness are determined.