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Commanders Finalize 53-Man Roster but Center Depth Remains Thin

The shortage of experienced centers increases the risk that an Allegretti injury will prompt quick roster changes before the opener.

Overview

  • Dan Quinn and GM Adam Peters held a post-cut news conference Monday to explain the initial 53-man roster and to outline injury and roster plans.
  • Coaches voiced strong confidence in quarterback Jayden Daniels after he logged more than 500 training-camp snaps and built timing with top receivers.
  • Nick Allegretti returned to practice after a calf strain and the team publicly backs him as the starting center despite limited recent game snaps.
  • Backup center depth is thin because Julian Good-Jones was released and moved to the practice squad and rookie Matt Gulbin has minimal NFL experience.
  • Washington says it will keep looking for offensive-line help before the Sept. 13 opener, a move that could trigger waiver claims or signings if a veteran becomes available.