Washington Commanders evaluate free agent offensive lineman Chandler Zavala
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 9:40 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

The Washington Commanders are considering roster additions following the completion of their 53-man team on Sunday. General manager Adam Peters noted that the organization continues to monitor available personnel to bolster offensive line depth. This follows the release of offensive lineman Chandler Zavala by the Carolina Panthers on Monday. Zavala, a 27-year-old drafted in 2023, has recorded 14 starts across three seasons with experience at both guard positions and tackle. Washington faces ongoing uncertainty at center with Nick Allegretti, who recently returned to practice after injury, and limited depth options. The team holds potential flexibility to sign Zavala by adjusting their current practice squad or roster composition.
- •Chandler Zavala became available Monday after the Carolina Panthers waived him.
- •The Washington Commanders seek to improve interior offensive line depth.
- •Nick Allegretti remains the primary option at center for Washington after returning to practice.
- •Zavala recorded 14 starts during his time with the Carolina Panthers.
- •The Commanders must decide whether to claim Zavala off waivers before Week 1.
- 9:40 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders could be an option for former Panthers starting OL
"The Commanders will continue to look for ways to improve their roster. A new name hit the market on Monday that could help the OL depth.
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