Javon Kinlaw outlines 2026 goals for Commanders' defense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:20 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Washington Commanders defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw is focused on having a dominant 2026 season. After joining the team in March 2025 on a three-year, $45 million deal, Kinlaw aims to improve after a season of mixed performance. Under new defensive coordinator Daronte Jones, Kinlaw expresses excitement about playing various positions on the defensive line. He emphasizes the importance of taking things one day at a time while striving to lead and be as dominant as possible. The Commanders' revamped defensive front could benefit from Kinlaw's development.
- •Kinlaw joined the Commanders in March 2025 on a three-year deal.
- •He started all 17 games in 2025, totaling 43 tackles and five for loss.
- •Kinlaw is optimistic about playing different positions in the new scheme.
- •The Commanders aim to improve one of the league's worst defenses.
- •Kinlaw's performance will be crucial in turning around team fortunes.
- 11:20 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders' Javon Kinlaw sums up 2026 goals in three words
"Commanders defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw has big plans to 'dominate' in 2026.
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