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Washington Commanders Lose Star Left Tackle Laremy Tunsil to Torn Triceps
8/10/2026, 12:33:21 AM
Core Event
During a Saturday training-camp practice, Washington Commanders left tackle Laremy Tunsil suffered a torn triceps while executing a one-on-one pass-rush drill against edge rusher Odafe Oweh. The 32-year-old, a five-time Pro Bowler, is expected to miss at least four to seven months.
Background & Context
Tunsil was acquired by Washington in a March 2025 trade with the Houston Texans and signed a two-year, $60.2 million extension, the first offensive lineman to average $30 million per season. He started 14 of 17 games in 2025, helping the Commanders improve from a 5-12 record in 2024 to an NFC Championship appearance. The team entered the 2026 preseason hoping to protect quarterback Jayden Daniels, the 2024 Offensive Rookie of the Year, whose 2025 season was derailed by injuries.
Key Figures & Groups
- Laremy Tunsil – Left tackle, five-time Pro Bowler.
- Jayden Daniels – Starting quarterback.
- Brandon Coleman – Third-round 2024 draft pick, primary candidate to shift to left tackle.
- Andrew Wylie – Veteran lineman, second on the depth chart at left tackle.
- Adam Peters – General manager.
Data & Statistics
- Contract: two-year, $60.2 million extension.
- Career: five Pro Bowl selections, 139 starts.
- 2025: ranked 6th among offensive tackles by Pro Football Focus, allowing 15 pressures and two sacks.
- Team record: 12-5 in 2024 with an NFC Championship appearance; 5-12 in 2025 after injuries.
- Recovery estimates: typically 4–6 months, some sources up to 7 months.
Why It Matters / Impact
Tunsil’s blind-side protection is critical. His absence forces the Commanders to rely on less-experienced players at left tackle, increasing pressure on Daniels and threatening the team’s balanced offense and playoff hopes.
Official Statements & Responses
The Commanders have confirmed the injury but released no formal statement beyond that.
What’s Next
- Immediate replacement: Brandon Coleman, who started 12 games at left tackle in 2024 and three in 2025, is the likely short-term solution. Andrew Wylie remains a depth option.
- Potential roster moves: The team may explore free-agent or trade options, with veteran tackles such as Taylor Decker and Cam Robinson mentioned as targets.
- Season outlook: Washington’s regular-season opener is in September; the left-tackle lineup must be set before then, adding pressure on coaches to adjust protection schemes for Daniels.
The loss of Laremy Tunsil is a major setback for Washington’s offensive line as the 2026 campaign approaches, and the team’s response will be pivotal to its postseason aspirations.
