Former Kansas City Chiefs Lineman Nick Allegretti Signs with Washington Commanders

After five successful seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs, Nick Allegretti has made the decision to join the Washington Commanders in the upcoming NFL season. This marks a significant change for the offensive lineman, as he transitions from a team with a strong recent Super Bowl record to a franchise that has faced challenges in progressing past the divisional round since 1991.

Leaving Kansas City

Despite the Chiefs' recent Super Bowl success, Allegretti's decision to leave was not financially motivated. His new three-year deal with the Commanders is valued at $9.02 million in guarantees. The 27-year-old expressed his desire to pursue a starting position as a key factor in his move to Washington. Having primarily served as a valuable backup in Kansas City, Allegretti is eager to establish himself as a Week 1 starter in Washington.

Success and Transition

During his time with the Chiefs, Allegretti gained significant playing experience, participating in 74 regular-season games over five seasons, with 13 starts. Notably, he stepped up during the 2023 postseason, making impactful contributions as a replacement for injured left guard Joe Thuney. Allegretti's determination and performance in the Super Bowl despite sustaining an injury reflected his readiness to step into a full-time starting role.