Ryan Kerrigan announced his retirement from the NFL after playing 11 seasons. The four-time Pro Bowler played 10 seasons in Washington and holds the team's all-time record for sacks with 95.5. He amassed three interceptions and 26 forced fumbles over his career while adding 333 solo tackles and 149 quarterback hits. After spending his final season with the division rival Philadelphia Eagles, the 33-year-old will sign a one-day contract and retire as a member of the Commanders.

The Kansas City Chiefs took Purdue edge rusher George Karlaftis with the No. 30 overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft on Thursday night. Karlaftis doesn't have the upside of the edge rushers taken earlier in the evening, but the 21-year-old pass-rusher was extremely productive in college and is very explosive out of his stance on the defensive line. He stands at 6-foot-4 and 266 pounds and profiles similarly to former Purdue pass-rusher Ryan Kerrigan. Karlaftis had only five sacks in his final ...

The Philadelphia Eagles are getting some notable names back on both sides of the ball from the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Wednesday, as they activated offensive tackles Le'Raven Clark and Andre Dillard and defensive ends Tarron Jackson and Ryan Kerrigan. Dillard has missed the team's last two games, and he will return as the primary backup at left tackle behind Lane Johnson. Jackson or Kerrigan could start on Sunday against the Washington Football Team if starter Derek Barnett remains on the ...

Former Washington Football Team defensive end Ryan Kerrigan announced on his Instagram that he's signing an undisclosed deal with the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday. After spending 10 seasons with Washington, the four-time Pro Bowler will remain in the NFC East and join the division-rival Eagles. The 32-year-old veteran has racked up 454 tackles (119 for loss), 147 QB hits, three interceptions (all for touchdowns), 25 passes defensed, 26 forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries and 95.5 sacks in ...

Washington Football Team Pro Bowl defensive end Ryan Kerrigan is visiting with the Cincinnati Bengals on Wednesday, according to a source. Kerrigan could be another addition to a revamped Bengals defense this offseason. Washington also has interest in re-signing Kerrigan, the team's all-time sack leader. Kerrigan will turn 33 in August, but he's been one of the most consistent edge rushers in the league, recording 96 sacks over 156 games and 5.5 or more sacks in every season since 2011. The ...

The Washington Football Team defense has been an up-and-down unit for fantasy managers all season, but they are a start-worthy option in Week 14 in San Francisco. The 49ers are an average matchup so Washington isn't a priority defense to start this week. However, a solid defensive line featuring Chase Young, Montez Sweat, and Ryan Kerrigan gives them a safe floor as they are usually good for a couple of sacks. Start Washington as a top-12 defense in Week 14.

The Washington Football Team defense has been good for fantasy at times this season, but they are not a recommended option in Week 13. Washington's strength has been it's ferocious defensive line featuring Ryan Kerrigan and Chase Young. The Steelers, however, have allowed a league-low 10 sacks this season as the undefeated unit has shredded defenses all year. Overall Pittsburgh allows the fourth-fewest fantasy points to opposing defenses. Washington is best left on the bench this week.

The Washington Football Team defense has been an up-and-down unit for fantasy this season, but they are a strong start on Thanksgiving against a banged-up Cowboys offense. Perennial Pro Bowler Ryan Kerrigan and defensive Rookie of the Year candidate Chase Young should feast on an offensive line that will start several backups to protect quarterbackAndy Dalton. Dallas has the second-worst turnover percentage in the NFL (18.6 percent), making Washington a must-start option on Thursday.

The Washington Football Team defense has been trending upward in fantasy and has another solid matchup in Week 10 versus a Lions team that could again be without top receiver Kenny Golladay(hip). Washington has been playing better in recent weeks with their pass-rush combination of Ryan Kerrigan and rookie first-rounder Chase Young, providing a safe floor as they can usually rack up a couple of sacks. Lions quarterbackMatthew Stafford has thrown five interceptions in the last five weeks as well,...

The Washington Football Team defense is in a smash spot versus a struggling Giants offense playing on a short week after their loss on Monday night. Washington is coming off their bye week, and their strong defensive line led by Ryan Kerrigan and rookie Chase Young could have a field day against a banged-up Giants offensive line. The line isn't the only attractive aspect of this matchup, however, as New York quarterbackDaniel Jones has not played a turnover-free game this season. Fire up ...