Commanders Sign Allegretti to Protect Daniels

0:00On March 2nd, the Washington Commanders filled a key gap on their offensive line by signing veteran Nick Allegretti to a two-year contract extension. This comes right after they released starting center, Tyler Biotta's last week. The 29-year-old Allegretti, a former 7th-round pick, brings experience from three Super Bowl wins with the Kansas City Chiefs. Allegretti has mostly played guard in his career, but he stepped in at center late last season when Biotta's dealt with ankle and knee injuries. Even before free agency kicks off, this deal points to the Commanders planning to start him there for the 20-26-27 season. It's a move to shore up the middle of the line with a reliable pro. Keeping quarterback Jake Daniels upright is the top priority after a rough six-win, 11 loss year, where he only played seven games. The 25-year-old star, drafted in April of 2024, dazzled as a rookie with a run to the NFC Championship game, but faced heavy pressure last season, getting sacked three or more

1:01times in four games. Fans and analysts see this as part of a bigger push to protect Daniels and avoid past mistakes like the Robert Griffin, the third injury saga. Allegretti isn't a flashy star, but his grit and over 700 snaps in a season once make him a steady option. With offseason moves wrapping up, the Commanders are betting on experience to stabilize the line and get Daniels back to his pro bowl for him next year.