Washington’s defensive side, Chase Young, may have bitten off more than it can chew before Saturday’s playoff game against Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers – at least Bruce Arians seems to think.
The eager newcomer won his first division title on Sunday in the Philadelphia Eagles’ 20-14 win. On leaving the field, Young was heard shouting, “Tom Brady! Tom Brady, I’m going. I want Tom!”
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The Ohio state product is the favorite to win the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year and has certainly earned the right to speak ill this season, but challenging a future Hall of Famer is a risky bet for even the most veteran player.
When asked on Monday about Young’s coach’s comment, Aryans didn’t get sick.
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“We will be busy, but it is one of those games where you better be careful what you want,” he said, according to NFL.com.
Despite the warning, the Aryans recognized Young’s talent, adding that Washington has the best of the best.
“He’s a great player. Making him a captain as a rookie says a lot,” continued Arians. “Both the Ohio State boys, he and (Terry receiver) McLaurin, are great boys. He’s a handful, but (Montez) Sweat, (Daron) Payne, the rest of those guys too. Ryan Kerrigan, I’ve had a lot of respect for a long time. “
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Saturday’s contest may depend on who wants more. Brady certainly has a mission to prove himself as more than just a defender of the system. After winning six Super Bowl rings with the New England Patriots, Brady is trying to add another, but this time the scenario is very different.