The Washington Commanders will be without their best offensive lineman for the foreseeable future. Coach Dan Quinn confirmed Monday that left tackle Laremy Tunsil needs surgery on his left triceps and will be sidelined indefinitely.
Tunsil’s Injury
Tunsil was injured Saturday during an individual drill against pass rusher Odafe Oweh. He immediately took a knee after the play and was quickly ushered into the facility following a chat with the training staff.
Losing Tunsil is a significant blow for the Commanders after the franchise made him the highest-paid tackle in the NFL in March. Tunsil, a five-time Pro Bowl selection, is one of the sport’s best pass protectors and a force in the run game.
Coleman to Fill the Void
With Tunsil out, the Commanders pivoted to Brandon Coleman to fill the void. It’s a natural transition for Coleman, who started 12 games at left tackle as a rookie for Washington in 2024 and played well. He made three starts at left tackle last year.
Coleman said returning to left tackle has been a smooth transition — “like riding a bike.” He’s excited to return to his natural position, where he feels he can showcase his athleticism and footwork.
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