Charles Leno Jr.'s absence affects the Commanders' offensive line. As a starting left tackle, his health is vital for protecting the quarterback and establishing a running game.

Charles Leno Jr. has departed from the Commanders, leaving an important gap at left tackle that will be contested by Cosmi and others. His experience will be missed as the team transitions.

The Washington Commanders have released starting left tackle Charles Leno Jr. due to a hip injury.

Charles Leno Jr., a veteran left tackle, has been released by the Washington Commanders after consistently starting for the Bears and earning a Pro Bowl nod in 2018.

Charles Leno Jr., the starting left tackle for the Washington Commanders, was released by the team. He spent three years in Washington after playing for the Chicago Bears and signed a multi-million dollar extension in 2021. The move will free up significant cap space for the Commanders, allowing them to potentially make big moves in the offseason to secure a future protector for their new quarterback.