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Commanders Out Allegretti, Burks; New DC Begins

7/30/2026

Summary

Quinn Announces Injuries

Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn announced center Nick Allegretti has a calf strain and receiver Treylon Burks has foot soreness, sidelining both.
Quinn said injuries are not expected to become long-term issues and noted that Allegretti walked off the field with trainers Wednesday, missing practice.
Their absences give rookie Matt Gulbin and veteran Julian Good-Jones reps at center and open chances for receivers Luke McCaffrey, Van Jefferson, Dyami Brown and Antonio Williams.

Summary

Jones Installs Schemes

Daronte Jones began his first season as defensive coordinator of the Commanders, installing a “multiple” scheme that GM Adam Peters said adds flexibility.
David Blough assumed offensive play-calling and introduced a run-focused system with multiple tight-end sets.
Rasul Douglas impressed on Day 1 with strong positional sense and red-zone coverage.
Trey Amos, Deatrich Wise Jr., Dorance Armstrong and Kain Medrano started camp on the PUP list.

History

Historical Context

In 2015 the Redskins hired Kyle Shanahan as offensive coordinator, introducing a multiple offense that helped the team win the NFC East division title; the 2020 rebrand, Ron Rivera’s hire and a shift to a 4-3 defense showed franchise’s scheme overhauls. Now defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio mirrors that flexibility, while injuries to key linemen and receivers echo the 2015 lineup disruptions forcing Washington’s front office to prioritize depth.

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Quinn Announces Injuries

Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn announced center Nick Allegretti has a calf strain and receiver Treylon Burks has foot soreness, sidelining both.
Quinn said injuries are not expected to become long-term issues and noted that Allegretti walked off the field with trainers Wednesday, missing practice.
Their absences give rookie Matt Gulbin and veteran Julian Good-Jones reps at center and open chances for receivers Luke McCaffrey, Van Jefferson, Dyami Brown and Antonio Williams.

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