Commanders' offensive lineman has a strong message for detractors

The Washington Commanders heard talk this summer that their offensive line would be bad in 2026 after left tackle Laremy Tunsil tore his triceps. They heard talk that center Nick Allegretti would fail in his quest to replace Tyler Biadasz at center.

When the Commanders struggled in a joint practice with the Ravens last month, they were without three starting offensive linemen, including right guard Sam Cosmi. One Washington media member even called the offensive line inoperable. That one word shaped the national narrative around the Commanders for 2026. People who hadn't even watched Washington were calling them terrible based on one social media post that lacked context.