Adam Peters affirms confidence in Commanders center depth before season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 7:01 AM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Washington Commanders general manager Adam Peters defended the team's current center roster during a public event held Thursday in Washington, D.C. Despite fan concerns regarding the position, Peters expressed full confidence in starter Nick Allegretti as the team prepares for their Week 1 matchup against Philadelphia. Allegretti returned to practice this week following a calf injury sustained at the start of training camp. The Commanders also intend to rely on sixth-round draft pick Matt Gulbin as the primary backup at the position. While the club explored other options throughout the offseason and released journeyman Julian Good-Jones during final roster cuts, Peters stated that the team feels well-positioned heading into the season. The team remains committed to its current depth chart despite external criticism over the lack of veteran additions at the position.
- •Adam Peters expressed full confidence in Nick Allegretti as the starting center for Week 1.
- •Nick Allegretti recently returned to practice after suffering a calf injury early in training camp.
- •The Commanders identified Matt Gulbin as their primary backup center for the upcoming season.
- •Julian Good-Jones was released during final cuts and subsequently signed to the practice squad.
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