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Nick Allegretti’s bounce-back leaves Commanders with a difficult center call
There was an understandable sense of trepidation when the Washington Commanders confirmed that Nick Allegretti would start at center against the New York Giants on Thursday Night Football. But after a much-improved display, it's given general manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn a welcome problem.
With Lucas Patrick missing the clash in the NFL's concussion protocol, the Commanders went with the experience of Allegretti over sixth-round rookie Matt Gulbin. It was a calculated risk, but it paid off as Washington secured a season-saving road win at MetLife Stadium.
