The Washington Commanders know the drill by now: you can never have too many offensive linemen, and the margin for error up front disappears fast when injuries start piling up. That’s why Brady Christensen is the kind of name worth watching.
Christensen, a versatile offensive lineman and 2021 third-round pick, told Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer that he has been cleared to resume football activities after working his way back from a torn Achilles. That alone should put him on the radar for teams looking for help along the line.
For Washington, the fit is easy to understand. The Commanders have their tackles in Laremy Tunsil and Josh Conerly Jr., plus one of the league’s best right guards in Sam Cosmi. But left guard and center remain open competitions, and that leaves room for another option if Adam Peters and Dan Quinn decide they want one.
Christensen’s appeal is obvious. The former BYU standout can line up anywhere across the protection, and he’s built a reputation as a dependable piece no matter where he’s asked to play. That kind of flexibility is valuable, especially if a team is trying to patch together the best five.
There are still questions, though. He’s coming off a serious injury, and while Christensen is confident there won’t be any more complications, teams will want to do their homework and make sure the medical checks come back clean. Carolina could still be the favorite to keep him, especially since the Panthers have stayed in touch since his contract expired, but a return there is not locked in.
That’s where Washington comes in. If Christensen wants a chance to compete for a starting job rather than settle for a backup role, the Commanders can offer that opportunity. If he’s more comfortable staying in Carolina, that could keep him there.
Either way, it’s a situation worth checking on. Washington can’t afford to get comfortable with its offensive line, not after what happened last season. Christensen would not solve every issue, but he would give the Commanders a low-cost, versatile answer at a spot where answers matter.
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