The Washington Commanders are keeping their cards close to the vest regarding plans at the center position. Releasing starting veteran Tyler Biadasz caught everyone off guard. The fact that he signed for the Los Angeles Chargers soon after only made it more confusing.
Biadasz was well-liked in the locker room. He'd developed a strong chemistry with quarterback Jayden Daniels, and his production was pretty solid overall. General manager Adam Peters has his reasons, which are being kept in-house. But moving forward with either Nick Allegretti or Day 3 draft pick Matt Gulbin cannot be seen as anything other than a gamble right now.
Peters will give Allegretti and Gulbin a shot. Head coach Dan Quinn also wants to see what Brandon Coleman can do from the anchor role. That might be enough for now, but the Commanders have the cash available to make the necessary changes if they see fit.
Commanders should monitor Jake Andrews' situation with the Texans closely
And there is one notable development elsewhere that might interest the Commanders.
The Houston Texans sent a strong message to starting center Jake Andrews this offseason. His production dipped slightly in 2025, though the same could be said of everyone on the AFC South club's protection in front of quarterback C.J. Stroud. He started 16 games but was inconsistent more often than not, and general manager Nick Caserio wasn't going to wait around.
Houston signed veteran interior lineman Evan Brown in free agency. They spent a first-round pick on Keylan Rutledge and a fourth-rounder on Febechi Nwaiwu. All could play the center position in a pinch, which might leave the former Troy standout on the outside looking in without the desired improvements.
Having experienced depth might give Andrews a chance of sticking around, even if he is replaced in the starting lineup. The Texans could just as easily end this experiment early, which is something the Commanders would be wise to investigate in greater detail if this scenario becomes reality.
Much will depend on whether Allegretti, Gulbin, and possibly even Coleman take full advantage of their opportunities. The Texans won't cut Andrews right away, but it may come during the final trim down or even just before that. The Commanders will have other options to consider, but there is still upside attached to the 26-year-old.
If Biadasz shines in Los Angeles and the Commanders cannot figure this out, questions will be asked of Peters. And if another body is required, Andrews could be a reclamation project worth considering if the Texans cut ties.
Time will tell on all fronts…
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