The Washington Commanders went all in this offseason to transform their struggling defense. After finishing the 2025 season among the NFL's weakest defenses, Washington knew changes were necessary. The team struggled across the board – from pass coverage to stopping the run and pressuring quarterbacks.
To address these issues, the Commanders have introduced a slew of fresh faces for the 2026 season. Key players like edge rushers Odafe Oweh and K'Lavon Chaisson, defensive tackle Tim Settle, linebackers Sonny Styles, and Leo Chenal, cornerback Amik Robertson, and safety Nick Cross are all expected to make substantial impacts.
Amidst these changes, defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw, one of Washington's returning starters, shared his thoughts during the first day of Organized Team Activities (OTAs). Kinlaw's candid reaction to the new lineup was nothing short of legendary.
“We got some motherf-----s now,” Kinlaw exclaimed. “Excuse my language. Sh-t, Oweh, he can go. Sh-t, Charles Omenihu, he can go. Sh-t, K'Lavon can go. Sh-t, Tim Settle can go. Sh-t, we got D-Wise (Deatrich) back, you know he can go. Sh-t, we got DA (Dorance Armstrong) back, he can go. Sh-t, Jer'Zhan (Newton) can go. I mean, sh-t, D-Payne (Daron) can go. It's going to be exciting.”
Kinlaw's unfiltered enthusiasm has already set a high bar for soundbites this year, and his confidence in his teammates is infectious.
The buzz around Washington's offseason moves is growing, especially after Kinlaw's electrifying commentary. Social media lit up with reactions, and fans are now eagerly anticipating what's to come for the Commanders. As one Twitter user aptly put it, "If you weren't excited about Washington's offseason defensive additions, you should be now."
Javon Kinlaw's colorful endorsement has certainly raised anticipation levels, and as the new season approaches, all eyes will be on how these new defensive stars perform.