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Samuel Cosmi (born February 16, 1999) is an American professional football guard for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Texas Longhorns and was drafted by Washington in the second round of the 2021 NFL draft.

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Early life

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Cosmi was born in Humble, Texas, on February 16, 1999.[1] Cosmi played football at Atascocita High School, where he was named to the first-team All-District 21-6A and second team 6A All-State as a senior.[2][3] Rated a three-star recruit, Cosmi committed to play college football at Houston over offers from TCU and Memphis but flipped his commitment to Texas after Houston coach Tom Herman was hired by the school.[4]

College career

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Cosmi redshirted his freshman season at Texas.[5] He played in all 14 of Texas's games as a redshirt freshman and started the last 13 at right tackle and was named an All-Big 12 Honorable mention by the coaches.[6][7][8] He helped the team reach the 2018 Big 12 Championship game and upset Georgia in the 2019 Sugar Bowl.

He started all 13 games as a redshirt sophomore and was named second-team All-Big 12 Conference.[9] He was also an Offensive Lineman of the Year honorable mention.[6] That season he helped the Longhorns win the Alamo Bowl and finish ranked in the top 25. In a game against the West Virginia Mountaineers that season, he caught a lateral pitched to him by Sam Ehlinger and ran 12 yards for a touchdown, which set the record for the longest TD run by an offensive lineman in Big 12 history.[10][11] Cosmi considered entering the 2020 NFL draft, but opted to return to Texas for his redshirt junior season.[12][13]

Cosmi was a team captain in 2020.[6] He started the first eight games of the COVID-19 shortened 2020 season before opting out of the remainder of Texas' games in order to prepare for the 2021 NFL draft.[14] He was a unanimous first-team All-Big 12 selection, second team Academic All-Big 12, an Honorable Mention for the Offensive Lineman of the Year award, and a 3rd Team AP All-American.[15][6][10]

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
6 ft 5+78 in
(1.98 m)
314 lb
(142 kg)
33 in
(0.84 m)
10+14 in
(0.26 m)
4.85 s 1.68 s 2.67 s 4.39 s 7.35 s 30.0 in
(0.76 m)
9 ft 9 in
(2.97 m)
36 reps
Sources:[16][17]
Cosmi in 2024

Cosmi was drafted by the Washington Football Team in the second round (51st overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft.[18] He signed his four-year rookie contract on May 13, 2021.[19]

2021

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Cosmi was named the starting right tackle during training camp and made his professional debut in the opening game of the season.[20] In the second quarter, Cosmi left the Week 5 game against the New Orleans Saints with an ankle injury.[21] Cosmi missed the next four games until he returned against the Carolina Panthers in Week 11. He left that game early due to a hip injury and would eventually be placed on injured reserve on November 29, 2021.[22] He was reactivated to the active roster on December 20 and finished out the season, though he missed the week 17 game against Philadelphia due to Covid. He played in nine total games total, all of which he started.[23]

2022

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Cosmi underwent thumb surgery following Week 4 of the 2022 season.[24] After missing three games, Cosmi played with a club on his hand in Week 8 but in a reserve role with the Commanders choosing to stick with Cornelius Lucas as the starting right tackle.[25] In Week 13 against the New York Giants, he started at right guard before leaving in the third quarter with an ankle injury.[26][27] He was again the starter for the last game of the year. He played in 14 games that season, starting 6 and playing more than half the team's offensive snaps.[28]

2023

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Cosmi remained at right guard for the 2023 season.[29] He managed to remain healthy all season, starting all 17 games and playing in nearly 100% of the team's offensive snaps.[30]

2024

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On September 4, 2024, Cosmi signed a four-year contract extension worth $74 million with $45 million guaranteed.[31] Cosmi again stayed healthy through the 2024 regular season and started at right guard for all 17 games; but he left in the first half of the Divisional round game against the Detroit Lions due to a knee injury. It was confirmed the next day that Cosmi tore his ACL and would be out for the remainder of the 2024-25 playoffs.[32] He had surgery in early February, 2025.[33]

2025

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On July 23, 2025, the Commanders placed Cosmi on the active/physically unable to perform (PUP) list for the start of training camp.[34] He remained on the reserve/PUP list at the start of the season.[35] Cosmi was activated on October 18, ahead of Washington's Week 7 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys.[36] On December 22, the Commanders placed Cosmi on season-ending injured reserve due to a concussion.[37]

Personal life

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Cosmi's parents immigrated from Romania to the United States in the early 1980s.[1] He is a Christian.[38]

In March 2023, Cosmi married his wife, Blair, who he met at the University of Texas at Austin.[39] They have two children together, a daughter who was born in 2024 and a son who was born on December 26, 2025.[40][41]

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Samuel Cosmi (born February 16, 1999) is an American football guard for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). A native of Humble, Texas, he played college football at the University of Texas at Austin, where he started 34 of 35 games primarily as an offensive tackle and earned second-team All-American honors from CBS Sports/247Sports as a senior in 2020. Cosmi was selected by the Washington Football Team in the second round (51st overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft and has developed into a key starter on the offensive line after transitioning from tackle to guard. Cosmi grew up in , and attended , where he played offensive line and showcased notable strength in high school competitions. After graduating, he enrolled at the of in 2017, redshirting his before emerging as a starter at left tackle in 2018. During his four-year , Cosmi was a two-time All-Big 12 Conference selection (2019 and 2020) and was praised for his athleticism and pass-blocking ability, anchoring the Longhorns' line in 35 appearances. His senior year performance, including protecting quarterback Sam Ehlinger, helped solidify his status as one of the top offensive linemen in the 2021 draft class. In the NFL, Cosmi began his professional career as a right tackle for the Washington Football Team (renamed the Commanders in 2022), appearing in 9 games with 9 starts as a rookie in 2021 and appearing in 14 games with 6 starts in 2022. He transitioned to right guard ahead of the 2023 season, a move that elevated his play, as he started all 17 games while allowing just one sack and four quarterback hits on 736 pass-blocking snaps. Cosmi maintained his starting role at guard in 2024, appearing in all 17 games and excelling as both a run blocker and pass protector, which led to a four-year, $74 million contract extension signed in September 2024. Entering his fifth NFL season in 2025, Cosmi returned from an ACL injury suffered in the 2024 playoffs and, as of November 2025, has appeared in 4 games as a cornerstone of the Commanders' offensive line.

Early life

Family and upbringing

Sam Cosmi was born on , 1999, in , a small oil town north of with a population of 16,795 (2020 census). His parents, Cornel and Rodica Cosmi, are Romanian immigrants who arrived in the United States in the early 1980s, fleeing the communist regime in their home country to seek better opportunities. Cornel worked as a Mercedes-Benz mechanic, enduring a two-hour daily commute to support the family, while Rodica contributed to their household through her own determination and competitiveness, traits that influenced their son from a young age. Raised in this working-class environment, Cosmi was instilled with a by his parents, who emphasized perseverance and amid their own sacrifices as immigrants. From an early age, he exhibited physical inherited from his and a competitive drive from his , quickly adapting to new challenges in a community where football held significant cultural importance.

High school career

Cosmi attended in , where he participated in both football and wrestling during his four years. As a , he suffered a broken ankle that sidelined him temporarily but returned stronger, transitioning from to offensive tackle under head coach Craig Stump. During his junior year in 2015, Cosmi earned first-team all-district honors in Class 6A while playing right tackle at pounds. As a senior in 2016, he received second-team Class 6A all-state recognition and was again named to the first-team all-district , contributing to Atascocita's competitive in a talent-rich . His physicality stood out, as evidenced by feats like power cleaning 345 pounds and single-handedly carrying a 300-pound statue during team events, which impressed coaches and scouts alike. Cosmi's high school exploits, including dominating in practice to draw interest from programs like and Oklahoma State, highlighted his raw power and work ethic in the weight room, where he set standards for teammates. Rated as a three-star recruit, he ranked as the No. 104 offensive tackle nationally and No. 148 overall player in Texas by 247Sports, initially committing to Houston before flipping to the University of Texas following a late offer.

College career

Recruitment and early years

Cosmi, a three-star recruit from Atascocita High School in Humble, Texas, earned second-team all-state honors as a senior in 2016 and first-team all-district recognition as a junior in 2015 under coach Craig Stump. Despite his athleticism at 6-foot-5 and 260 pounds, he received limited Power Five offers, initially committing to the University of Houston in Tom Herman's program. When Herman transitioned to head coach at the University of Texas in 2016, Cosmi decommitted from Houston and pledged to the Longhorns on January 30, 2017, becoming the 16th commit in their 2017 class, which ranked 25th nationally. He was the lowest-rated signee in Herman's inaugural Texas recruiting class, yet his local ties and potential as an offensive tackle made him a strategic addition to bolster the line. As a true in 2017, Cosmi redshirted to focus on physical development, bulking up significantly while learning the college game's demands under offensive line coach Herb Hand. In 2018, as a redshirt , he emerged as a starter at right tackle, playing in all 14 games and starting the final 13, including Texas's 28-24 Sugar Bowl victory over Georgia. His debut start came against Tulsa on September 8, marking him as the 10th member of his recruiting class to earn a starting role that season. He allowed just four sacks in over 1,100 pass-blocking snaps, earning USA Today All-American honors and honorable mention All-Big 12 recognition. His rapid rise from a low-profile recruit to a reliable blindside protector highlighted his work ethic and athletic upside, setting the foundation for his development into a projected NFL prospect.

Later college seasons

In 2019, Cosmi transitioned to left tackle and started all 13 games for the Texas Longhorns, earning second-team All-Big 12 honors from the Associated Press and honorable mention for Big 12 Offensive Lineman of the Year. He contributed to an offensive line that supported a rushing attack averaging 243.2 yards per game, ranking 11th nationally, and allowed just one sack in 413 pass-blocking attempts. Cosmi also showcased his athleticism by scoring on a 12-yard rushing touchdown against West Virginia, becoming only the third offensive lineman in Big 12 history to achieve the feat. His performance in the Alamo Bowl against Utah highlighted his run-blocking prowess, helping Texas average 5.3 yards per carry in a 38–10 victory. Pro Football Focus graded him at 89.3 overall for the season, reflecting strong pass protection and versatility. As a junior in the COVID-shortened , Cosmi started the first eight games at left tackle before opting out of the final two regular-season contests to prepare for the NFL Draft. He anchored an offensive line that powered to a 41.3 points-per-game average, the fourth-highest in school and second in the Big 12. Cosmi allowed only one sack across the season while earning first-team All-Big 12 recognition and third-team All-American honors from the Associated Press. His elite play earned a 90.5 PFF overall grade, ranking him sixth among all FBS offensive tackles and underscoring his dominance in both run and pass blocking.

Professional career

2021 season

Cosmi was selected by the Washington in the second round (51st overall) of the , noted for his athleticism and versatility from his tenure at . He quickly earned a starting at right tackle, making his NFL debut in Week 1 against the Los Angeles Chargers, where he played all 55 offensive snaps. Over the first four weeks, Cosmi started every game and participated in 100% of the team's offensive snaps, contributing to Washington's 2-2 start; his run-blocking prowess stood out, earning him a league-high 85.8 PFF run-blocking grade in Week 2 against the New York Giants despite early pass-protection adjustments. In Week 5 against the New Orleans Saints, however, Cosmi suffered an ankle injury after playing just 25 snaps (30.1% of offensive snaps), which sidelined him for the next several weeks. Cosmi returned in Week 11 against the on a limited basis, starting but logging only 28 offensive (41.8%), as the team eased him back from injury. He did not play in Weeks 9, 12–14, or 17, but resumed full participation in Weeks 15 and 16 against the and , respectively, playing all offensive in both contests. Cosmi closed out the with a start in the Week 18 finale against the Giants, again playing 100% of offensive in a 22–7 victory that clinched a playoff berth for Washington. In nine starts during his rookie year, Cosmi played 474 offensive snaps, comprising 83% of the team's total offensive plays, while committing three penalties (one holding and two false starts). He allowed just one sack and demonstrated strong overall performance, earning a 77.0 PFF overall grade through six weeks before his injury and selection to the PFF Midseason All-Rookie Team as one of the top performers at offensive tackle. His efforts helped anchor an offensive line that supported a run game averaging 112.4 yards per game during his starts, though the unit as a whole ranked 25th in the NFL in sacks allowed (45).

2022 season

Cosmi entered the as the starting right tackle for the , a he secured entering following the departure of . He started the first six , logging every offensive snap in Weeks 1 through 4 and contributing significantly to the line's efforts early in the year. On October 2, during a 25-10 loss to the in Week 4, Cosmi sustained a on his right hand. The following day, , he underwent to repair the , which sidelined him for the subsequent three games (Weeks 5-7). He returned to action in Week 8 against the , appearing in limited snaps with a club on his hand, before increasing his participation starting in Week 10 against the Minnesota Vikings. Cosmi played in 10 games following his return from injury, including a start at right tackle in Week 18 against the Cowboys on , 2023. Overall, he appeared in 14 games with 6 starts, participating in 585 offensive snaps (59% of total) and 45 special teams snaps. He was penalized three times for false starts but avoided any holding infractions.

2023 season

In 2023, Sam Cosmi transitioned from right tackle to right guard for the , starting all 17 games in the new position and playing every offensive snap (1,103 total) in offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy's scheme. This move highlighted his versatility, as he had primarily lined up at tackle during his first two seasons. Cosmi committed only three penalties (one holding and two false starts) across the , contributing to a unit that ranked in run-blocking according to Pro Football Focus (PFF) with a 65.2 grade. Cosmi emerged as a standout performer on an otherwise struggling offensive line, earning recognition as one of the league's top guards. He allowed just one sack and four quarterback hits while surrendering 31 pressures over 736 pass-blocking , the third-most among guards. His PFF overall grade of 80.6 ranked fifth among guards, with an 80.9 run-blocking grade underscoring his effectiveness in the ground . Cosmi's pass-blocking was also , posting a 78.9 grade and allowing zero in some analyses of his 1,019 pass-blocking . His strongest stretch came from Weeks 11 through 17, where he earned PFF grades of at least 80.0 in five of six games, anchoring the line during a late-season push that saw the Commanders win four of their final six contests. NFL.com highlighted Cosmi as an "unsung hero" for the NFC East team, praising his consistency and improvement in pass protection despite the offensive line's overall challenges, which included allowing 65 sacks as a unit.

2024 season

Prior to the , Cosmi signed a multi-year extension with the , securing his position as the starting right guard through at least 2027. He started all 17 regular-season games at right guard, playing every offensive snap (1,162 total) while appearing in 90 special teams snaps. Cosmi was assessed 11 penalties during the regular season, including four holdings and four false starts. Cosmi's performance earned him a 67.8 overall PFF grade, ranking 23rd among guards, a decline from his elite 2023 marks but still reflecting contributions to Washington's improved offensive line. His pass-blocking grade of 69.7 ranked 12th at the position, highlighting his in , while his run-blocking grade of 61.4 placed 37th, indicating for growth in that area. These efforts helped anchor an offensive line that supported a Commanders team finishing 12-5 and earning the No. 5 seed in the NFC playoffs. In the postseason, Cosmi started Washington's wild-card victory over the and the divisional-round upset win against the top-seeded on , 2025. However, he suffered a torn ACL during the Lions game, ending his season and causing him to miss the loss to the . The injury required surgery and sidelined him into the 2025 season.

2025 season

Cosmi entered the recovering from a torn ACL suffered in the NFC Divisional Round playoff victory over the on January 18, 2025, which required surgery and sidelined him for the remainder of the postseason. He was placed on the active/physically unable to perform (PUP) list at the start of on July 23, 2025, missing the early preseason while focusing on rehabilitation. The opened Cosmi's 21-day practice window from the reserve/PUP list on October 1, 2025, allowing him to resume team activities after nine months of recovery. He was fully activated off the PUP list on October 18, 2025, ahead of Week 7. Cosmi made his 2025 regular-season debut as the starting right guard in Week 7 against the on October 19, marking his return to the lineup after the injury. As of November 16, 2025, following Week 11, Cosmi has appeared in five games, starting all five at right guard and participating in approximately 95% of the team's offensive snaps. His performance has been solid in pass protection and run blocking, contributing to the offensive line's efforts amid team injuries, including to quarterback .

Awards and honors

High school recognitions

During his time at in , where he played offensive tackle under coach Craig Stump, Sam Cosmi earned multiple postseason honors as a senior in 2016. He was selected to the second-team Class 6A All-State team by the . Additionally, he received third-team Class 6A All-State honors from the Texas Sports Writers Association (TSWA). Cosmi was also named first-team All-Greater Houston and ranked No. 35 on the Houston Chronicle's Top 100 prospects list that year. As a junior in 2015, he garnered first-team All-District 16-6A honors on the offensive line. He repeated as a first-team All-District 21-6A selection in 2016 and earned first-team All-District academic honors that season. These recognitions highlighted his contributions to Atascocita's offensive line during a period when the team competed in the competitive Greater Houston area.

College accolades

As a true in 2018, Cosmi earned Freshman All-American honors from after playing in all 14 games and starting the final 13 at right tackle, helping the team achieve a 10-4 record and a in the Sugar Bowl. In 2019, as a sophomore starting all 13 games at left tackle, he received second-team All-Big 12 honors from the Associated Press and coaches, along with honorable mention recognition for Big 12 Offensive Lineman of the Year; he was also named a first-team selection on Pro Football Focus's Big 12 Team of the Year. Cosmi's junior season in 2020 marked his most decorated year, earning first-team All-Big 12 honors from both the Associated Press and conference coaches after starting the first eight games before an injury; he was also a second-team All-American selection by CBS Sports/247Sports and the Associated Press. Prior to the 2020 season, Cosmi was recognized as a second-team preseason All-American by the and first-team by the Football Foundation, and he was named to the watch list, awarded to the nation's top interior lineman. Additionally, in 2020, Football selected Cosmi as the best offensive lineman on its All-Texas .

Professional achievements

Sam Cosmi was selected by the Washington Football Team in the second round (51st overall) of the , marking him as one of the top offensive linemen chosen that year. Transitioning from college left tackle to primarily right tackle in his rookie season, Cosmi started nine games despite the challenges of adapting to the professional level. In 2023, Cosmi experienced a breakout year after moving to right guard, where he started all 17 games and played 100% of the offensive for the . His earned him a spot on Pro Football Focus's (PFF) PFF101 , ranking him 98th overall among the top 101 players of the . PFF awarded him an overall grade of 80.6, the fifth-highest among guards league-wide, with particularly strong marks in pass blocking (88.4 efficiency) and allowing just one sack across 736 pass-blocking . From Week 13 onward, Cosmi posted the highest overall grade (92.0) among all offensive players in the NFL, surrendering zero sacks and only one quarterback pressure during that stretch. Building on his 2023 success, Cosmi started all 17 games at right guard in 2024, logging over 1,100 offensive snaps and contributing to the Commanders' improved rushing attack. His performance led to a four-year, $74 million contract extension in September 2024. PFF ranked him third among guards entering the 2024 season based on his prior consistency in both run blocking and pass protection, with grades above 70.0 in each category over the previous two years. Although he did not earn a Pro Bowl selection, his play was highlighted as elite, with seven games featuring overall grades of 85.0 or higher in 2023 carrying over into sustained high-level performance. In 2025, Cosmi missed the first six games recovering from an ACL injury suffered in the 2024 playoffs before returning in October. As of November 2025, he has started four games, earning a PFF overall grade of 65.1 (27th among guards) and a pass-blocking grade of 69.3 (16th among guards) on 143 pass-blocking . His career trajectory underscores his evolution into a reliable interior lineman, with an approximate value of 9 in both 2023 and 2024 per Pro Football Reference, reflecting his impact as a cornerstone of Washington's offensive line.

Personal life

Ancestry and family

Sam Cosmi was born on , 1999, in , to Romanian immigrant parents who the communist in during the to seek better opportunities . His , Cornel Cosmi, worked as a at a Mercedes-Benz dealership, enduring a two-hour daily commute to provide for the , while his mother, Rodica Cosmi, offered unwavering support and instilled values of resilience and humility. Cosmi's Romanian heritage profoundly influenced his upbringing, with his parents emphasizing a strong work ethic shaped by their experiences escaping political oppression and arriving in the U.S. with limited resources. The family settled in the Houston suburbs, where Cosmi credits his parents' sacrifices and discipline for fostering his determination, which later propelled his success in football.

Religious beliefs

Sam Cosmi has publicly expressed a strong Christian faith, often crediting his success and opportunities to God's guidance and blessings. In a 2024 interview following his contract extension with the Washington Commanders, Cosmi stated, "First and foremost, I just want to thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for just blessing me and giving me and my family this blessing," highlighting the centrality of his relationship with Jesus in his personal and professional life. His faith was instilled by his family from an early age, with Cosmi noting in a 2020 profile that one of the key values his parents emphasized was "working hard for everything and just having my faith in God." This upbringing, rooted in his Romanian immigrant heritage, has shaped his approach to challenges in football and beyond. Cosmi has also referenced his faith in public statements during his college career at the University of Texas. After opting out of the final two games of the 2020 season, he shared a message thanking "God for my journey here at the University of Texas," describing it as "an amazing experience and a true blessing." This consistent attribution of gratitude to God underscores how his religious beliefs provide a foundation for resilience and perspective amid the demands of professional athletics.

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