Chig Okonkwo Joins Commanders on Three-Year Deal

Tight end Chig Okonkwo has signed a three-year, $27 million contract with the Washington Commanders. The fifth-year veteran is acclimating to the new offensive scheme implemented by OC David Blough and has expressed optimism about the system. Okonkwo enters the season with a consistent track record, having recorded between 52 and 56 catches in each of the past three seasons, though his specific role and total playing time remain to be determined.