Nick Allegretti signs three-year contract with Washington Commanders
Nick Allegretti, born April 21, 1996, in Frankfort, Illinois, is an American professional football player competing as a center for the National Football League’s Washington Commanders. After securing three Super Bowl victories with the Kansas City Chiefs, Allegretti transitioned to Washington in March 2024 on a three-year contract valued at 16 million US dollars.
Early Life and Collegiate Career at the University of Illinois
Growing up in Frankfort, Illinois, Allegretti developed his football foundation locally before attending the University of Illinois. From 2015 to 2018, he suited up for the Fighting Illini football team, anchoring the offensive line across 47 career appearances. Demonstrating leadership on and off the field, Allegretti served as a team captain during his final two collegiate seasons.
Draft Selection and Three Super Bowl Titles With the Kansas City Chiefs
The Kansas City Chiefs selected Allegretti in the seventh round as the 216th overall pick during the 2019 NFL Draft. Through strong preparation during training camp, he secured a spot on the active roster and appeared in seven games during his rookie season. That debut campaign culminated in a victory in Super Bowl LIV against the San Francisco 49ers. In his second professional season, Allegretti expanded his workload by appearing in all 16 regular-season games, earning nine starts and opening every playoff matchup in the starting lineup. During the 2021 season, he recorded a memorable touchdown during a Wild Card playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Over subsequent seasons, he continued contributing to the Kansas City offensive line, ultimately collecting two additional championship rings with victories in Super Bowls LVII and LVIII.
Transition to the Washington Commanders and Position Shifts
In March 2024, Allegretti signed a three-year, 16 million US dollar contract with the Washington Commanders. During his initial season with the franchise, he stepped in as the starting left guard for every game. By 2025, the coaching staff shifted him to the right side of the line, while also deploying him at center at various points during the year. According to the team depth chart, Allegretti is slated to handle the starting center responsibilities for the 2026 season.
