Laremy Tunsil becomes highest-paid offensive lineman in NFL history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:20 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Laremy Tunsil of the Washington Commanders has secured the largest contract for an offensive lineman in NFL history. The two-year deal totals $60.2 million, which includes an annual salary of over $30 million. Tunsil previously made history as the first offensive lineman to reach contract milestones of $20 million and $25 million. He has been recognized for his durability, starting all 139 games since being drafted in 2016. Tunsil's current contract keeps him with the Commanders until at least 2028, although his future in free agency remains uncertain.
- •Tunsil's contract is valued at $60.2 million over two years.
- •He is the first offensive lineman to earn $30 million annually.
- •Tunsil has started all games since being drafted in 2016.
- •He represented himself in contract negotiations.
- •His contract keeps him with the Commanders through 2028.
- 11:20 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders have the highest-paid player at one premium NFL position
"The Washington Commanders have the highest-paid player at one premium position.
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