Leo Chenal has solid debut with Commanders against Eagles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 8:43 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Leo Chenal, former Kansas City Chiefs linebacker, debuted with the Washington Commanders in their Week 1 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Chenal, who played 23 of 55 snaps, missed a tackle on Eagles running back Saquon Barkley that resulted in a 42-yard run. Despite this, he contributed well in a rotational role alongside Sonny Styles and Frankie Luvu. As he adjusts to Washington's defensive scheme, expectations for Chenal's performance will remain high as he competes for more playing time.
- •Chenal debuted in Week 1 against the Eagles
- •He missed one tackle on Saquon Barkley
- •Chenal participated in 23 snaps in the game
- •He is adjusting to Washington's defensive system
- •Competes with Styles and Luvu for playing time
- 8:43 AMYahoo Sports — Expert praises ex-Chiefs LB Leo Chenal's 'solid' debut with Commanders
"Commanders expert Bryan Manning broke down ex-Kansas City Chiefs LB Leo Chenal's debut in Washington's Week 1 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.
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