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Watch: Ryan Kerrigan introduced to coaching by Shaka Toney in hilarious way

Originally posted on DC Sports King
By King W. Motley III | Last updated 8/14/22

Washington’s all-time sack leader Ryan Kerrigan announced his retirement last month. Immediately, he expressed his desire to stick around football by transitioning into coaching . Thus, Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera gave him an opportunity to get his feet wet, allowing former edge rusher help out with their talented defensive line.

On Saturday, Kerrigan was doing his duties getting the group ready for their preseason opener. That’s when Commanders defensive end Shaka Toney gave Kerrigan a welcome into coaching in hilarious fashion during warmups.

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— NBC Sports Commanders (@NBCSCommanders) August 13, 2022

Kerrigan wasn’t expecting that. Both Toney and Kerrigan laughed it off. Even Chase Young joined in the laughs as did other witnesses on the field.

Kerrigan played his first 10 years with the Washington franchise. He may not have been knocked to the ground the way Toney flattened him during his whole time as a player in burgundy and gold.

He may learn quickly the joys of coaching aren’t as pleasant as one thinks.

This article first appeared on DC Sports King and was syndicated with permission.

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