The Washington Commanders were forced into seismic changes along their offensive line in Week 17 against the Dallas Cowboys. Going into any contest without Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil and stud right guard Sam Cosmi isn't ideal, but it provided one veteran on the fringes with a final chance at redemption.
Nick Allegretti seized it with both hands. And it may have saved his job.
Allegretti has been seldom seen in the starting lineup since getting benched after just two games. Most fans thought the free-agent signing in 2024 would be a prime salary-cap candidate during the offseason.