"Nick Allegretti's contract made sense when started all 17 games for the Commanders last season. Now that he's been relegated to being the utility offensive lineman off the bench, his $7.2 million cap hit is a little harder to justify. His versatility and willingness to step in at center or guard could keep him around, but even that might involve a pay cut."
"Peters was given a helping hand by the larger-than-expected salary-cap hike, which will take it over $300 million for the first time. Business is booming in the NFL, and the Commanders need to maximize every cent with very few high-end draft picks available currently. There is also a chance that even more money can be made available before free agency rolls around. Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil's extension should provide short-term relief."
The Washington Commanders enter the 2026 offseason in a strong financial position after a larger-than-expected salary-cap increase that pushes the cap over $300 million. General manager Adam Peters retained flexibility to pursue multiple roster moves and the club faces many positional needs that will demand activity. Additional cap space could come from a Laremy Tunsil extension and early releases of veteran contracts. Interior lineman Nick Allegretti carries a $7.2 million cap hit despite a reduced role, making his salary difficult to justify. Cutting Allegretti would save $3.64 million in 2026 while generating $3.53 million in dead money, creating another roster vacancy.
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