Jayden Daniels Loses Top Protector Right Before Commanders Preseason Opener
Summary
The Washington Commanders will likely begin their 2026 season without their top left tackle, Laremy Tunsil, who needs surgery for a torn triceps. Tunsil is expected to miss a significant part, possibly the entire season, and third-year player Brandon Coleman will replace him at left tackle.Key Facts
- Jayden Daniels was a strong quarterback for the Commanders in 2024 but missed over half the 2025 season due to injury.
- Laremy Tunsil, a five-time Pro Bowl left tackle, will have surgery for a torn triceps.
- There is no exact timeline for Tunsil’s return; he could miss most or all of the 2026 season.
- Tunsil signed a two-year, $60.2 million contract extension in March 2026, making him the highest-paid offensive tackle in the NFL.
- Tunsil is known as one of the best blindside blockers in the league and had a strong performance last season.
- Tunsil got injured during 1-on-1 pass rush drills in practice.
- Brandon Coleman, the team’s third-round pick in 2024, will fill in at left tackle while Tunsil recovers.
- The Commanders’ preseason opener is against the Miami Dolphins on Friday in Washington.
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