Laremy Tunsil’s Training-Camp Injury Puts Washington Commanders’ Left Tackle Spot in Question

Washington’s starting left tackle Laremy Tunsil left Saturday’s training-camp practice after a 1-on-1 pass-rush rep with edge rusher Odafe Oweh. Reporters said the injury appeared to involve his shoulder and neck. Trainers escorted him to the on-field medical tent and then to the training complex for further evaluation. The Commanders indicated the situation will be “evaluated and tested” and that while they are not “overly concerned,” missing time is possible.

Commanders training camp: Laremy Tunsil exits practice with apparent injury

Tunsil was acquired from the Houston Texans in a trade before the 2025 season. After a career-best year in Washington—despite the team’s 5-12 record—he signed a two-year, $60.2 million extension on March 9, extending his contract through 2028. As an All-Pro left tackle, he is a cornerstone of the Commanders’ offensive line and a key factor in protecting quarterback Sam Howell.

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With Tunsil’s early exit, veteran Andrew Wylie stepped in at left tackle. Wylie, who has played both tackle spots but spent most of his recent career at guard, provided an immediate fill-in. The Commanders had announced the signings of offensive linemen Daniel Brunskill, Nicholas Petit-Frere, and Max Scharping earlier in camp to bolster depth, and the injury highlighted the value of those additions.

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• Pro Football Focus ranks Tunsil among the NFL’s ten most penalized linemen since 2021, with 49 penalties (32 false starts, 12 holds).

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• He has earned five Pro Bowl nominations.

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Commanders head coach Dan Quinn, who spoke before practice, said the recent offensive-line signings were not injury-related, underscoring that the roster moves were intended to improve competition and depth regardless of health status.

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• “Commanders LT Laremy Tunsil will have his injury (appeared to be shoulder/neck) evaluated and tested, source says,” — NFL Network’s Mike Garofolo

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• August 8, 2026 – Tunsil leaves practice with a shoulder/neck issue during a 1-on-1 drill.

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• March 9 – Tunsil signs a two-year, $60.2 million extension through 2028.

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• 2025 season – Trade acquisition from the Houston Texans.

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The Commanders will complete medical testing in the coming days. Coach Quinn is expected to address Tunsil’s status at the next media session, scheduled for Monday. Depending on the evaluation, the team may keep Andrew Wylie in the starting role or rotate other recent signings to fill the left-tackle vacancy.

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