The Washington Commanders traded defensive end Montez Sweat to the Chicago Bears Tuesday, ahead of the NFL trade deadline. In return, Washington receives Chicago’s second-round pick in the 2024 NFL draft, which, if the season ended today, would be No. 35 overall.
The Commanders long wanted to retain Sweat, but the change in ownership delayed any chances at a potential long-term deal. Rather than losing Sweat for a compensatory third-round selection in 2025, Washington agreed to trade Sweat, guaranteeing compensation in 2024.
Compensatory selections are not guaranteed. If the Commanders spent a specific amount in free agency in 2024, it could cancel any compensatory pick Washington would receive in 2025, making this an excellent move for the Commanders and new owner Josh Harris.
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