Commanders face left tackle challenge after Laremy Tunsil injury
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 9:40 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Washington Commanders left tackle Laremy Tunsil suffered a torn pec during practice and is expected to miss significant time, potentially the entire 2026 season. The team acquired Tunsil in March 2025, making him the highest-paid offensive lineman. Brandon Coleman, who briefly filled in for Tunsil last season, emerges as the primary option to take over left tackle. He is currently competing for the left guard position but may shift back to tackle as the season approaches. The Commanders are also considering keeping rookie Josh Conerly Jr. at right tackle.
- •Laremy Tunsil injured his pec and will miss significant time.
- •Tunsil signed a two-year extension making him the highest-paid offensive lineman.
- •Brandon Coleman is seen as the best option to replace Tunsil at left tackle.
- •Coleman started multiple games at left tackle last season and performed well.
- •The team is evaluating whether to keep Josh Conerly Jr. at right tackle.
- 9:40 AMYahoo Sports — Former Lions' Pro Bowler an option for Commanders as Laremy Tunsil replacement
- 8:02 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders' best option to replace Laremy Tunsil already on roster
"What if Washington looks outside the organization for a Laremy Tunsil replacement this season?
"No one can replace Laremy Tunsil, but the Commanders have a solid backup plan.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 9:40 AMFormer Lions' Pro Bowler an option for Commanders as Laremy Tunsil replacement
What if Washington looks outside the organization for a Laremy Tunsil replacement this season?
- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 8:02 AMCommanders' best option to replace Laremy Tunsil already on roster
No one can replace Laremy Tunsil, but the Commanders have a solid backup plan.
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