Patriots' K'Lavon Chaisson Wins AFC Defensive Player of Week After Titans Victory

K'Lavon Chaisson, linebacker for the New England Patriots, has been named AFC Defensive Player of the Week following his standout performance in the Patriots' 31-13 victory over the Tennessee Titans. Chaisson recorded his first career two-sack game, forced a crucial fumble on Titans quarterback Cam Ward, and returned it for his first NFL touchdown, demonstrating his impact on the Patriots' defense. This was the Patriots' third Player of the Week honor in the 2025 season, highlighting Chaisson alongside teammates Antonio Gibson and Marcus Jones. The Patriots' defense dominated the Titans, limiting their rushing yards and forcing turnovers, with Chaisson playing a key role in the pass rush improvement. Originally signed as a rotational player, Chaisson has become the team's most important defender, leading in sacks and showing significant development under head coach Mike Vrabel. The game carried extra motivation due to the return of former Titans personnel, further fueling Chaisson and the team's strong defensive performance.