Though the deadline is Monday, May 1, the Washington Commanders have already made the determination that they will exercise the fifth-year option on Montez Sweat’s contract.
The Commanders’ decision to pick up his option will result in the defensive end being guaranteed $11.5 million for the 2023 season.
We have exercised DE Montez Sweat's fifth-year option pic.twitter.com/tetz4AUYah
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) April 27, 2022