When the Washington Commanders paid Frankie Luvu handsomely in 2024 free agency, it was a risk that turned into a rapid reward.
A fringe rotational player with the New York Jets before becoming a standout on the Carolina Panthers, the hybrid linebacker-edge rusher had spent much of 2024 playing like a fringe NFL Defensive Player of the Year candidate in Washington.
His explosiveness, relentless energy, and versatility made him one of the most valuable pieces in Washington’s front-seven. Luvu wasn’t just productive — he was dynamic, visible, and often the sparkplug for an otherwise inconsistent unit.