Chase Young

Chase Young is undergoing a neck procedure that is expected to sideline him into training camp.

Fantasy Impact

Young, who recently signed a one-year deal with the Saints, is expected to be fully healthy by the start of next season. Schefter added that New Orleans was aware of his neck injury when signing him.

Free agent DE Chase Young is expected to sign a deal with the Saints.

Fantasy Impact

Young is coming off a 7.5 sack and 17 tackle season that was split between Washington and San Francisco. The 24-year-old will join a formidable defensive line that is anchored by Cam Jordan.

Former Washington and San Francisco pass rusher Chase Young is expected to meet with the Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints and Tennessee Titans this week.

Fantasy Impact

Young, a former Defensive Rookie of the Year, is still just 24 years old and drawing interest from a "handful of teams," according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Many are still buying into his early career flashes and his draft hype despite an injury-riddled start to his career that saw his production dip. However, Young had his second-best PFF pass-rushing grade in 2023 (74.5) and could provide for an edge-needy team.

The San Francisco 49ers reportedly have "at least some interest" in bringing back edge rusher Chase Young, for whom they traded in a midseason acquisition, according to ESPN's Dan Graziano.

Fantasy Impact

After having some up-and-down moments with San Francisco post-trade, Young might not have the market he would want, but he is still receiving interest from several teams, according to Graziano. However, he may have to opt for a one-year prove-it deal before he can earn his second big payday, as Young needs to prove he's on the upward trajectory and can stay healthy and not the inverse.

The 49ers have acquired DE Chase Young from the Commanders in exchange for a 2024 third-round draft pick.

Fantasy Impact

The 49ers’ defense gets even stronger with the acquisition of Young. The former first-round pick will get to line up opposite of Nick Bosa and be a nightmare for offensive lines for the remainder of the season. The 24-year-old will get the opportunity to make a statement on an excellent defense before heading into free agency.