Allen, 30, has spent his entire career with Washington, which selected him with the 17th overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft.

The Washington Commanders have granted star defensive tackle Jonathan Allen permission to seek a trade as the team is looking to shed his contract, per numerous reports.

Defensive tackle Jonathan Allen has received permission by the Washington Commanders to seek a trade, multiple outlets reported Tuesday.

Trading or cutting the veteran defensive lineman would free up nearly $16.5 million in salary cap space for Washington.

INDIANAPOLIS -- The Washington Commanders have granted two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jonathan Allen permission to seek a trade, sources tell CBS Sports. Allen, the team's first-round pick in 2017, is in the final year of his contract with Washington. His $15.5 million base salary for the 2025 season is not guaranteed.

The #Commanders have had trade conversations centered around Pro Bowl DL Jonathan Allen, sources say. Washington plans to do right by the player & Allen’s camp is involved in helping him land at the right spot — either via trade or free agency. He has one year left at $15M. pic.twitter.com/DNcQxWFACY

The Buffalo Bills have been, and will continue to be centered around big trade talks up until the new league year begins. With the likes of Myles Garrett and Micah Parsons potentially being available via trade,

The Washington Commanders are entering a crucial time in franchise history. They will have plenty of money to spend and several needs to address, so they must be quite thorough with every move they make.