Tag: Nick Allegretti

Former Chiefs OL Nick Allegretti reveals reason for signing with Commanders

Former Kansas City #Chiefs guard Nick Allegretti revealed his reason for signing with the Washington #Commanders.

Nick Allegretti’s gritty performance, playing through injury in Super Bowl LVIII, earned him legendary status in Kansas City Chiefs history. Travis Kelce recently praised Allegretti’s work in the trenches and said he was one of his favorite teammates.

The Chiefs’ offensive line depth was changed early in the offseason when the veteran decided to use free agency to exit ahead of the new season. Allegretti spoke with the team website about his decision to sign a multiyear deal with the Washington Commanders.

“I have a ton of respect for the guys in Kansas City,” said Allegretti. “I enjoyed my role there, but I think I had gotten to the point in my career where I wanted to come and be a starter in Week 1. That’s my goal coming to Washington.”

The 27-year-old was selected by Kansas City in the seventh round, with the 216th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. Allegretti had spent his entire career with the Chiefs, primarily as a reserve offensive lineman. He stepped in for injured All-Pro Joe Thuney at guard, and the offense barely missed a beat during the postseason on its way to another Lombardi trophy.

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce calls Nick Allegretti one of his favorite teammates of all time

#Chiefs TE Travis Kelce called Nick Allegretti one of his favorite teammates of all time in an episode of the ‘New Heights’ podcast.

The NFL offseason consists of many old faces in new places as the Kansas City Chiefs gained and lost talent during the first week. The friendships forged by teammates, especially Super Bowl-winning teams, last beyond the jersey they wear but the memories they create.

In the latest episode of “New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce,” Travis shared his thoughts on long-time teammate Nick Allegretti leaving the Chiefs in free agency.

“You can’t have everything go your way all the time. The Chiefs lost one of my favorite [expletive] teammates of all time,” Kelce explained. “The guy who tears his UCL and plays the rest of the Super Bowl, screaming at the sideline to get him an elbow brace. Nicky Allegretti is expected to sign in DC; man, the Washington Commanders might have got him.”

Allegretti signed a three-year, 16-million-dollar deal with the Washington Commanders at the start of free agency. The deal would allow the veteran offensive lineman to compete for a starting position.

“He’s going to team back up with another of my favorite teammates of all time, Andrew Wylie. I love those dudes, man. I couldn’t be happier for Nicky,” Kelce said. “Such an awesome dude in the building and one of the most accountable guys on and off the field.

Kelce mentioned his fun celebrating the Super Bowl LVIII victory in Las Vegas with Allegretti without getting too deep into details. Still, it was a clear indication of their friendship.

“It was a fun last hoorah if you’re not with us next year, Nicky. I love you, brother, and I wish you the best of luck, dude.”

The Chiefs will miss Allegretti’s grit, but it’s clear that he left a mark on Travis and his former teammates.

Chiefs star Travis Kelce is a big fan of new Commanders G Nick Allegretti

Travis Kelce fired up for his former teammate, new Commanders guard Nick Allegretti.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is sitting on top of the world. A future member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Kelce is coming off his third Super Bowl championship and is currently in a relationship with one of the world’s biggest stars, Taylor Swift.

Yet, Kelce still makes time for his popular weekly podcast with his brother Jason, “New Heights.”

On the latest episode of “New Heights,” Kelce took the time to appreciate and congratulate one of his more underappreciated teammates, offensive lineman Nick Allegretti.

Why is Kelce talking about the veteran backup guard?

Allegretti signed a three-year deal with the Washington Commanders this week and is expected to be the team’s new starting left guard.

“You can’t have everything go your way all the time. The Chiefs lost one of my favorite f—–g teammates of all time,” Kelce said. “I mentioned him in the New Heights stamp of the week after the Super Bowl. The guy that tears his UCL and plays the rest of the Super Bowl screaming at the sideline to get him an elbow brace, Nicky Allegretti, is expected to sign in D.C. The Washington Commanders might’ve got him. He’s going to team back up with another one of my favorite teammates of all time, Andrew Wylie. I love those dudes, man. I couldn’t be happier for Nicky. Kind of being just such an awesome dude in the building, one of the most accountable guys, on and off the field.”

Kelce then mentioned how he likes to have fun and that he and Allegretti have had some good times in Vegas over the years.

Kelce ended the segment by thanking Allegretti and wishing him nothing but the best in the future.

The 6-foot-4, 310-pound Allegretti began his NFL career with the Chiefs in 2019 and started at left guard for Kansas City in the AFC championship and the Super Bowl. After signing with the Commanders, Allegretti made it clear he felt he was more than ready to compete to be a full-time starter.

NFL rumors: Chiefs OL Nick Allegretti expected to sign with Commanders

Former Kansas City #Chiefs guard Nick Allegretti is expected to sign with the Washington #Commanders.

Offensive guard Nick Allegretti’s gritty performance in Super Bowl LVIII will forever live in the history books of the Kansas City Chiefs’ championship legacy. Playing through a torn UCL displayed his toughness on the game’s biggest stage and may have improved his stock in free agency.

According to Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington Post, Allegretti is expected to sign a three-year, 16-million-dollar deal with the Washington Commanders. The former Chiefs’ backup guard stepped in admirably following the postseason-ending injury to first-team All-Pro Joe Thuney.

Allegretti was part of the offensive line that helped to open holes for many big runs from Isiah Pacheco and kept Patrick Mahomes off the ground for the Super Bowl run.

Allegretti will have the chance to compete for a starting position in Washington as the franchise adjusts to a new coaching staff. The 27-year-old was selected by Kansas City in the seventh round, with the 216th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. He played sporadically throughout his Chiefs tenure but was on the roster during the three recent Super Bowl victories.

Commanders agree to terms with Chiefs guard Nick Allegretti

Do the Commanders have their new left guard?

For the second consecutive season, the Washington Commanders are expected to sign a member of the Kansas City Chiefs starting offensive line.

Last offseason, the Commanders signed Andrew Wylie to a two-year deal to be their right tackle. On Monday, Washington general manager Adam Peters agreed to terms with Chiefs guard Nick Allegretti on a three-year deal worth up to $16 million.

Allegretti, 27, entered the NFL as a seventh-round draft pick of the Chiefs in the 2019 NFL draft. For his career, the 6-foot-4, 310-pound Allegretti has appeared in 74 games with 13 starts.

Mostly a backup in his career, Allegretti started in the AFC championship game and the Super Bowl in place of the injured Joe Thuney. It was in the Super Bowl that Allegretti tore the UCL in his elbow and played through it for his third championship ring.

Allegretti will presumably become Washington’s new left guard.

1 pending free agent Chargers should target: AFC West Edition

Listing one free agent from each of the Chargers’ division rivals who could be a fit for them.

The Chargers won’t be aggressive when it comes to signing free agents, as they’re currently $35 million over the projected salary cap.

While they’re cash-strapped, general manager Joe Hortiz will make some moves to have some spendings available to them so they can sign some.

That said, I will list one pending free agent from each team in the NFL that could be a realistic target for L.A.

First up is the AFC West.

Chiefs Nick Allegretti played through torn UCL in Super Bowl LVIII

Kansas City #Chiefs offensive lineman Nick Allegretti told Jim Rome that he played through a torn UCL in Super Bowl LVIII.

The Kansas City Chiefs relied on their depth throughout the strenuous 2023 season. Injuries to starters threatened the team’s chances of another championship, but invaluable performances from backups like offensive lineman Nick Allegretti have kept them on top of the NFL.

The absence of All-Pro guard Joe Thuney was a concern heading into the matchup with the San Francisco 49ers, but Allegretti filled in successfully. He recently appeared as a guest on the Jim Rome Show to reveal a significant injury he dealt with in the Super Bowl LVIII victory.

“I haven’t suffered an injury like that until then, I immediately knew,” Allegretti explained. “It was something that you heard a pop, you felt it, and knowing minimal about anatomy, knew that something was wrong in my elbow because my elbow is not supposed to bend that way.

“Fortunately, we had the two-minute warning, and I had a couple (of) seconds to gather myself, figure out that my arm (was) still bent, and I was able to go. It was a tough situation, but fortunate enough, I was able to still play.”

Allegretti managed to still play effectively despite the injury to his UCL, not allowing a sack in the overtime period as Patrick Mahomes led the game-winning drive.

“I was probably playing at about a five,” Allegretti said, rating his pain from 1 to 10. “It was one of those things that I could confidently use the arm, knowing that, most likely, the UCL was already gone, so I wasn’t going to tear it any worse. So, if I could deal with the pain, I could play. So it was one of those things.”

The veteran offensive lineman was clutch and showed tremendous grit to finish the game. His performance in relief is a reminder of how much the team played for one another this season.

Ravens reflect on AFC Championship loss to Chiefs during Locker room cleanout day

After having exit meetings on Monday, the Baltimore Ravens met the media and offered their reactions to the AFC title game loss to the Chiefs

The Ravens are again staring disappointment in the face after a 17-10 loss to the Chiefs in the AFC Championship game at M&T Bank Stadium.

Jackson and the Ravens offense imploded with three turnovers, and the team is 0-8 in team history when committing three or more turnovers in the postseason.

Jackson finished 20 of 37 for 272 yards, a touchdown, and an interception as Baltimore tied a season-low with 10 points.

The consensus favorite for NFL MVP, Jackson will have to wait another year to escape the notion that he’s unable to win games in the most crucial moments.

With a critical offseason and major decisions ahead, the Ravens cleaned out their lockers and had exit interviews with the coaching staff.  Afterward, they met with the media, and here are the instant reactions.

Takeaways and observations from Ravens 17-10 loss to Chiefs in AFC Championship game

We’re looking at the takeaways from the Baltimore Ravens 17-10 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship game

The Ravens are again staring disappointment in the face after a 17-10 loss to the Chiefs in the AFC Championship game at M&T Bank Stadium.

The consensus favorite for NFL MVP, Jackson will have to wait another year to escape the notion that he’s unable to win games in the most crucial moments.

Jackson and the Ravens offense imploded with three turnovers, and the team is 0-8 in team history when committing three or more turnovers in the postseason.

Jackson finished 20 of 37 for 272 yards, a touchdown, and an interception as Baltimore tied a season-low with 10 points.

With a critical offseason and major decisions ahead, we’re looking at takeaways and observations from the shocking loss.

Ravens vs. Chiefs: 10 takeaways from first half of AFC Championship game

We’re looking at ten takeaways from the first half as the Kansas City Chiefs hold a 17-7 lead over the Baltimore Ravens

The Chiefs heard all the noise and responded upon entering M&T Bank Stadium, jumping out to an early lead on the Baltimore Ravens and taking a 17-7 lead into halftime.

Sunday is the 5th time the Lamar Jackson-led Ravens have trailed by double digits at halftime (0-4 in the first four games).

Three other times, it has been vs. the Chiefs (2019 and 2020).

Kansas City answered the questions about Baltimore’s physicality, attacking the Ravens in the trenches on both sides of the football.

With the second half underway, we’re looking at takeaways from the first half.