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Tyler Biadasz (/biˈɑːdɪʃ/ bee-AH-dish;[1] born November 20, 1997) is an American professional football center for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Wisconsin Badgers, where he won the Rimington Trophy in 2019. Biadasz was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL draft.

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Early life

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Biadasz attended Amherst High School in Amherst, Wisconsin. He was named first-team all-state after his junior and senior seasons as a defensive tackle. The state coaches also named him honorable-mention All-state on offense both years.

As a senior he registered 70 tackles, 7 sacks, 5 forced fumbles and one interception. As a result of his Senior record he received the Tim Krumrie Award as the state of Wisconsin's top high school defensive lineman. He finished his high school career with 232 tackles, 19 sacks, 11 forced fumbles and 3 touchdowns. He also played basketball and baseball.

He committed to Wisconsin on June 8, 2015, after attending a camp on May 31 of that year. He chose Wisconsin over Illinois State, South Dakota State, Southern Illinois, and Western Illinois, all of whom also offered.[2]

College career

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Biadasz was redshirted and converted into a center.[3] As a freshman, he started all 14 games, while receiving Freshman All-American and third-team All-Big Ten honors.[3]

As a sophomore, he again served as the anchor of the offensive line and started all 13 games.[3] After the 2018 season, Biadasz consulted with the NFL Draft Advisory Committee and received a grade of "return to school".[4]

In early 2019, Biadasz underwent hip surgery and missed spring practices.[5] Before the season, he was named to preseason All-American teams by College Football News and Sporting News and was also identified as a candidate for the Rimington Award.[6] He started all 14 games, became the first Rimington Trophy winner in school history as the nation's top center and was named a unanimous All-American. He had arthroscopic surgery on the AC joint in his shoulder after the season.

In January 2020, Biadasz announced that he would forgo his senior season and declared for the 2020 NFL draft.[7] He started at center in all of the 41 games of his college career and helped block for running back Jonathan Taylor.

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span Wingspan
6 ft 3+58 in
(1.92 m)
314 lb
(142 kg)
32+14 in
(0.82 m)
10 in
(0.25 m)
6 ft 7+78 in
(2.03 m)
All values from NFL Combine[8][9]

Dallas Cowboys (2020–2023)

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Biadasz with the Dallas Cowboys in 2020

Biadasz was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth round (146th overall) of the 2020 NFL draft.[10] As a rookie, he replaced an injured Joe Looney in the starting lineup of the fifth game against the New York Giants. He took over the starting center role for 4 straight games, until suffering a severe calf strain injury during warmups, in the ninth game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was placed on injured reserve on November 21, 2020.[11] He was activated on December 12, 2020.[12] Looney started at center in the last 8 contests of the season.

In 2021, he started all 17 games at center, helping the offense rank number one in the league in yards per game (407) and points per game (31.2). In the season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he contributed in the blocking of a 400-yard passer and a pair of 100-yard receivers (ninth time in franchise history).

In 2022, he started in 16 games at center. In Week 17 against the Tennessee Titans, he suffered a high right ankle sprain in the third quarter. He was forced to miss the regular-season finale against the Washington Commanders and was replaced with Connor McGovern.[13] He returned for the playoffs. He participated in the Pro Bowl at the end of the season as the NFC alternate center, since Jason Kelce was playing in the Super Bowl.[14]

In 2023, he started 16 games at center, helping the team rank fifth in the league in overall offense (371.6 yards per game). In the season opener against the New York Giants, he recovered a Tony Pollard fumble near the goal line that led to a touchdown. In Week 2 against the New York Jets, he recovered a CeeDee Lamb fumble after sprinting more than 30 yards down the field to keep the drive alive. He was declared inactive in Week 3 against the Arizona Cardinals, after suffering a hamstring injury during practice and was replaced with Brock Hoffman.[15] He was not re-signed after the season.

Washington Commanders (2024–present)

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Biadasz signed a three-year, $30 million contract with the Washington Commanders on March 15, 2024.[16][17] He reunited with head coach Dan Quinn, who was the defensive coordinator with the Cowboys. He was acquired to replace Nick Gates and Tyler Larsen as the team's starting center. He started at center in all of the 15 games he played in. He contributed to solidify the team's offensive line and improve the rushing offense (third in the NFL with 154.1 yards per game). He also helped rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels with pre-snap calls. In Week 15 against the New Orleans Saints, he was declared inactive with an illness and was replaced with Michael Deiter.

Biadasz started all 16 of his appearances for Washington during the 2025 campaign. On December 31, 2025, Biadasz was placed on season-ending injured reserve due to knee and ankle injuries suffered in Week 17 against the Dallas Cowboys.[18]

NFL career statistics

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Year Team GP GS
2020 DAL 12 4
2021 DAL 17 17
2022 DAL 16 16
2023 DAL 16 16
2024 WAS 15 15
2025 WAS 16 16
Career 92 84

Personal life

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Biadasz's parents are dairy farmers.[19]

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from Grokipedia
Tyler Biadasz (born November 20, 1997) is an American professional football for the of the (). Standing at 6 feet 4 inches and weighing 316 pounds, he played for the from 2016 to 2019, where he started 41 games at and earned the as the nation's top along with unanimous first-team All-American honors in 2019. Selected by the in the fourth round (146th overall) of the , Biadasz quickly became a starter, appearing in 61 games with 53 starts over four seasons while allowing just four sacks in 2,279 pass-blocking snaps as a full-time starter. He earned a selection in 2022. In March 2024, he signed a three-year contract with the Commanders to anchor their offensive line and provide veteran leadership. Biadasz transitioned to the offensive line upon arriving at the University of , redshirting his freshman year before starting every game at for the next and helping the Badgers rank among the Big Ten's top rushing offenses. In his professional career with , he demonstrated durability and intelligence in pass protection and run blocking, notably in a 2023 season finale against Washington where he graded highly in both phases. With the Commanders, as of the 2025 season, Biadasz has focused on fostering team chemistry and elevating the unit's performance in the 2024 and ongoing 2025 seasons, having started 15 games in 2024 and all 10 games played in 2025.

Early years

Early life

Tyler Biadasz was born on November 20, 1997, in Amherst, Wisconsin. He grew up in the rural community of Amherst, a small town with a population of just over 1,000 residents, where his family maintained a dairy farming operation. The spanned 1,000 acres and maintained 850 to 900 head of . Although the farm was owned by his grandfather, Biadasz spent much of his early years working there alongside his parents and older brother Joel, performing demanding chores that built his physical stamina and . These tasks included milking cows, feeding calves, stacking hay bales, and cleaning barns—activities that his family emphasized required relentless effort and perseverance. His father, David Biadasz, played a key role in these experiences, teaching him core values of resilience and hard work from a young age, while his mother, Lori Biadasz, provided steady support as a homemaker. This farm-rooted upbringing in Amherst instilled a foundational that influenced Biadasz's approach to challenges throughout his life.

High school career

Tyler Biadasz attended in , where he emerged as a standout defensive lineman during his high school football career. Playing primarily as a , Biadasz recorded impressive statistics over his high school career (three varsity seasons), including 232 tackles, 19 sacks, and 11 forced fumbles, showcasing his disruptive presence on the defensive line. His physicality, honed partly through the demanding work on his family's farm, contributed to his reputation for toughness and relentless play. In his senior season, Biadasz earned unanimous first-team all-state honors from the and WFCA. As a junior, he was named first-team all-state by the WFCA and honorable mention by the , recognizing his dominance on both sides of the ball—he occasionally saw action on offense as well. During his senior year in , he tallied 70 tackles, seven sacks, and five forced fumbles, helping lead the Amherst Falcons to an undefeated 14-0 season and a WIAA Division 5 state championship with a 42-0 victory over Spencer/Columbus Catholic in the title game. For his efforts, Biadasz received the Award as the top senior defensive lineman in . Biadasz was a three-star recruit according to , rated as the No. 74 in the class of 2016 and the sixth-best prospect in , though his recruiting profile drew limited national attention initially, with only five scholarship offers from programs including , Illinois State, South Dakota State, , and Western Illinois. Scouts praised his strength and quick first step off the line, but his smaller stature at 6-foot-3 and 270 pounds raised questions about his fit at the college level as a . He also participated in and at Amherst, adding to his multi-sport athletic profile before committing to the University of to continue his football journey.

College career

Wisconsin Badgers

Tyler Biadasz committed to the University of in June 2016 as a three-star interior lineman recruit from Amherst High in , where he had earned recognition as one of the state's top prospects. Biadasz redshirted during the 2016 season, preserving a year of eligibility while transitioning to position on the Badgers' offensive line. In 2017, as a redshirt freshman, he earned the starting role at and appeared in all 14 games, anchoring the line for a team that finished 13-1 after losing the Big Ten Championship Game to Ohio State and winning the . By the 2018 season, Biadasz solidified his role, starting all 13 games at center amid a campaign where the Badgers compiled an 8-5 overall record, with a 5-4 mark in Big Ten play, supporting a ground attack that emphasized power running. He continued starting every game in 2019, appearing in all 14 contests as part of an offensive line that paved the way for running back Jonathan Taylor's national-leading 2,197 rushing yards, contributing to Wisconsin's 10-4 finish and appearance in the Rose Bowl. Over his college career, Biadasz started all 41 games he played, providing consistent protection and run blocking in the Big Ten's physical trenches.

College awards

During his time at the University of , Tyler Biadasz earned numerous accolades that highlighted his prowess as a , culminating in national recognition for his leadership and technical skill on the offensive line. In 2019, Biadasz won the , awarded annually to the nation's top in football, marking the first time a Badger received the honor. The award, named after former Nebraska All-American Dave Rimington, is determined by a consensus selection process using first-team All-American picks from the (AFCA), (FWAA), and , with the earning the most first-team nods declared the winner; Biadasz prevailed over finalists including Oklahoma's and Temple's after anchoring 's line for a 10-4 season. This victory, announced on December 12, 2019, underscored his dominance in both run blocking and pass protection, as voted by coaches and media who praised his ability to make line calls and sustain blocks against elite defenses. That same year, Biadasz was named a unanimous first-team All-American, earning selections from the AFCA, Associated Press (AP), FWAA, Sporting News, and Walter Camp Foundation—the highest level of consensus recognition for college players. He was also a finalist for the Outland Trophy, given to the best interior lineman in college football, further affirming his status among the nation's elite offensive linemen based on voting from the Football Writers Association of America that evaluates overall impact on team success. Biadasz's Big Ten Conference honors reflected his consistent excellence across three seasons. In 2019, he secured first-team All-Big Ten honors from both the coaches and media panels, recognizing his pivotal role in Wisconsin's ground game. He had previously earned consensus first-team All-Big Ten laurels in for his redshirt sophomore campaign, where he started all 13 games and demonstrated superior leverage and agility in pulling assignments. As a redshirt in , he received third-team All-Big Ten recognition after starting all 14 games, a remarkable debut that established him as a foundational piece of the Badgers' offensive line. Additionally, Biadasz served as a team captain in 2019, leading his peers through vocal direction and on-field example during practices and games, a role that amplified his influence on Wisconsin's offensive cohesion. These college honors significantly boosted Biadasz's NFL draft stock, positioning him as a top-tier prospect and contributing to his selection in the fourth round (No. 146 overall) by the in the .

Professional career

Dallas Cowboys (2020–2023)

The selected Tyler Biadasz in the fourth round (146th overall) of the , valuing his college pedigree as a winner at for his intelligence and run-blocking prowess. As a , Biadasz served primarily in a backup role but saw action in 12 games, starting four at after injuries to veterans like Joe Looney, logging 427 offensive snaps amid the team's transitional offensive line. He also dealt with a during pregame warmups late in the season, limiting his consistency in a year marked by disruptions across the . Biadasz emerged as the full-time starting center in 2021, anchoring the position for all 17 regular-season games with 1,204 snaps (98% participation rate) and contributing to the Cowboys' playoff appearance. He maintained that role in 2022, starting all 16 games (1,066 snaps, 97% rate) and earning his first selection as an alternate replacement for Philadelphia's , recognizing his elite pass protection and leadership on a line that supported a top-five scoring offense. In 2023, Biadasz started all 16 games despite a strain sustained during practice before Week 3 against the , which sidelined him briefly for evaluation but did not cause him to miss playing time; he was listed as questionable but returned to start, including in the playoffs. Throughout his Cowboys tenure, Biadasz signed a standard four-year rookie contract valued at $3,785,588, with base salaries escalating from $610,000 in 2020 to $2,743,000 in 2023, including a $653,588 signing bonus; no extensions were negotiated during this period. As the snapping and calling center, he played a key role in protecting quarterback Dak Prescott, notably in playoff games across 2021–2023 where the Cowboys advanced to the wild-card or divisional rounds each year, allowing Prescott to post efficient performances despite losses to San Francisco in 2021 and 2022.

Washington Commanders (2024–present)

On March 15, 2024, Biadasz signed a three-year, $30 million contract with the , including $17.7 million guaranteed, marking his entry into free agency after four seasons with the . As the team's starting center, he joined a revamped offensive line under new Dan Quinn, focusing on improving protection and run support in a scheme emphasizing mobility and quick decisions. In the 2024 season, Biadasz started 15 games, anchoring the line with a 79.3 pass-blocking grade through the first nine weeks and allowing just one sack overall, earning recognition as an unsung hero for his consistency. He adapted effectively to Quinn's system, contributing to the Commanders' offensive line ranking ninth in pass-blocking efficiency at midseason. However, Biadasz missed Week 15 due to an illness but returned to start the remainder of the season until suffering an ankle injury in Week 17 against the Atlanta Falcons on December 29, 2024, which made him doubtful for and ultimately caused him to miss the regular-season finale in Week 18. Entering the 2025 season, Biadasz continued as the starting center, providing veteran leadership on a line that added left tackle Laremy Tunsil via trade. As of November 16, 2025, he had started all 10 games, including Week 10 against the Detroit Lions, helping block for quarterback Jayden Daniels while the unit ranked 11th overall in offensive line grades. A highlight came in the October 19 divisional matchup against his former team, the Cowboys, where Biadasz delivered perfect pass protection in a 44-22 loss, earning a 60.1 run-blocking grade despite the team's struggles. Recent performances showed minor regression, including two pressures allowed in Week 9 against the Seattle Seahawks that contributed to sacks, but his role remained pivotal in maintaining line cohesion.

NFL statistics

Biadasz has appeared in 86 games over his career through Week 10 of the 2025 season, starting 78 of them. His starts include partial duty as a in 2020 before becoming a full-time starter from 2021 onward. The following table summarizes his games played and started by season:
SeasonTeamGames PlayedGames Started
2020124
20211717
20221616
20231616
20241515
20251010
Advanced metrics from Pro Football Focus (PFF) highlight Biadasz's development as a pass protector, particularly during his Pro Bowl selection in 2022 when he allowed zero sacks over 1,100 pass-blocking snaps. His career PFF overall grades have improved from 53.6 as a rookie in 2020 to peaks such as 68.6 in 2023 (13th among centers) and an early-2024 pass-blocking grade of 79.3 through nine games. In 2025, his overall grade stands at 65.5 (18th among centers) as of Week 10, with a pass-blocking grade of 63.4 and run-blocking grade of 66.9. Sacks allowed per PFF include three in his rookie year, zero in 2022, one in 2024 (with a 98.6% pass-blocking efficiency rating), and four through 10 games in 2025. Pressures allowed have varied, with 11 in 2020 and notably low rates in subsequent seasons, such as contributing to just 165 total team pressures (including sacks) for the 2021 Cowboys offensive line. His pass-block win rate reached 93.75% in Week 4 of 2024. Biadasz has drawn 22 penalties across his career, primarily holding (8) and false starts (10), with a high of nine in 2021 and just one in 2025 so far. No individual records are held by Biadasz, though his consistent starting role has anchored offensive lines that ranked highly in pass-blocking efficiency, such as the 2024 Cowboys unit tied for 10th league-wide at 86.5.

Personal life

Family background

Tyler Biadasz was raised by his parents, and Lori Biadasz, who own and operate the Biadasz Dairy Farm in . The 1,000-acre operation is home to approximately 850 cows and has been a central part of the family's for generations. Biadasz has one sibling, an older brother named Joel, with whom he grew up on the farm performing daily chores that shaped his early years. The Biadasz family's roots in Amherst run deep through extended relatives also involved in local farming. Tyler's father, , is the son of Norman Biadasz, a lifelong in the area, while David's brother, Robert Biadasz, co-manages a related operation nearby with his wife, Diane. Robert and Diane's son, Mike Biadasz, Tyler's cousin, was a dedicated young who contributed significantly to the before his untimely death. In August 2016, Mike Biadasz, aged 29, died in a tragic on the family farm when he was overcome by gas while agitating a , an incident that also claimed the lives of 16 . In the wake of this loss, the Biadasz family—led by and Diane—established the Mike Biadasz Farm Safety and Education Memorial Fund to raise awareness about manure gas hazards and support safety training for farmers and . The initiative has funded donations, such as $40,000 to the National Farm Medicine Center in 2017, and organized free workshops on farm hazards, and continues to support programs like a and farm safety certification course in July 2025, reflecting the family's commitment to preventing similar tragedies. Biadasz's upbringing amid these familial dynamics and the farm's demands has left a lasting imprint, fostering resilience and a profound appreciation for rural life that continues to influence his values.

Off-field activities

Biadasz has been actively involved in , particularly efforts to combat food insecurity. He founded the Tyler Biadasz Center of Change in 2023, which supports initiatives including school pantries, visits to children's hospitals, cooking workshops, and programs aimed at addressing hunger. In November 2024, his foundation partnered with the of Columbia's Department of Youth, Rehabilitation, and Schools (DYRS) and Mercy Chefs to distribute over 1,300 meals, including turkeys, fresh produce, and pantry staples, to families in need across the Washington, D.C., area. Earlier that year, in May 2025, Biadasz collaborated with Mercy Chefs to launch their Summer Huddle program, providing meal kits to combat child food insecurity during the summer months in and the D.C. region. In September 2025, he pledged to donate $500 to Mercy Chefs for every victory during the season, with each donation funding 10 family grocery boxes for hunger relief. Additionally, he serves as an executive board member for the Blocking Hunger Foundation, where he contributes to projects focused on hunger relief. Beyond philanthropy, Biadasz maintains personal interests rooted in wellness and self-improvement. He practices and to support his mental and physical health, often researching and collaborating with professionals to enhance his ability to serve others. His Wisconsin upbringing on a dairy farm has influenced a continued appreciation for rural life, though he keeps much of his personal routine private. In the media, Biadasz has shared reflections on his career trajectory, including a 2025 interview marking the fifth anniversary of his NFL Draft selection, where he advised prospects to "trust the process" amid uncertainties. He has participated in team press conferences, such as one in July 2025 discussing preseason preparations and the importance of peak performance. Community engagements in the D.C. area, like the meal distribution events, have highlighted his public persona as a committed extending his impact off the field.

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