The Washington Commanders have bolstered their defense by signing linebacker Frankie Luvu and edge-rusher Dorance Armstrong. Luvu is praised for his versatility and pass-rushing abilities, while Armstrong adds depth to the team's pass rush. The Commanders' defense now includes Clelin Ferrell as well, marking an upgrade for the team under new head coach Dan Quinn. Luvu was pursued by the Carolina Panthers but ultimately chose Washington. His departure from Carolina is seen as a loss due to his leadership and on-field impact.
The Commanders continue reshaping their defense. π https://t.co/yEtvXtvj6c
Charlotte radio host @macwfnz says fans are sad to lose Frankie Luvu: "There was no more of a dog on this team than Frankie Luvu... It seems like they're so consumed with [protecting] Bryce Young.. it came at the expense of spending dollars on defense."
Frankie Luvu has kept getting better via @macwfnz: "When he came to Carolina, he came so cheap... The Jets only used him as a special teamer. We got him and had no idea what we were signing.. This time they weren't getting that bargain and ended up losing the bidding war."
Talking Frankie Luvu with @MacWfnz. "The best spot for him is playing off-ball LB and going after things in front of him. As a blitzer he's great too, he'll go off the edge and make a big play for you, too.. His position is football player."
Talking Frankie Luvu with @MacWFNZ. "Losing Frankie Luvu hurts. You're losing a heart and soul type player. He can do anything you want on the defense... Then you throw in the thing we love the most in Carolina. He's emotional on the field, his teammates respond to him."
The #Panthers tried to get a deal done with LB Frankie Luvu and were in negotiations with his reps throughout the process before he ultimately landed with the Washington Commanders, per league sources. Ultimately, Luvu is heading to Landover, but Carolina wanted him back.
The new Commanders D and pass rush now includes Dorance Armstrong, Frankie Luvu and Clelin Ferrell, the 4th overall pick of the 2019 NFL draft. Itβs not exactly what Dan Quinn had to work with in Dallas, but it is an upgrade for Washington. π https://t.co/Za8k6tPQ0r
Ranking the Commanders day-one FA additions on a scale of 1-10 chicken wings. Frankie Luvu - Versatile off-ball LB who is an exceptional pass rusher and will be a huge upgrade at MLB. Love this addition. I give it 8.5 π . Tyler Biadasz - Solid center who will upgrade theβ¦
Next up, LB Frankie Luvu, the attack-minded defender the Commanders desperately needed. https://t.co/QxHAxmb6WS
New on @TheNFLWire: The @Commanders added two underrated stars to their defense in linebacker Frankie Luvu and edge-rusher Dorance Armstrong. Welcome to the Dan Quinn era! https://t.co/eA5sRXJNoW