Commanders Make Savvy Move Replacing Laremy Tunsil With Pro Bowl LT
Summary
The Washington Commanders lost their starting left tackle, Laremy Tunsil, to a torn triceps injury and will likely miss most or all of the regular season. To fill this gap, the team signed experienced left tackle DJ Humphries to a one-year contract to protect quarterback Jayden Daniels.Key Facts
- Laremy Tunsil is a five-time Pro Bowl offensive tackle signed by the Commanders to a two-year, $60.2 million extension in March.
- Tunsil suffered a torn triceps and had surgery, making him unavailable for most or all of the season.
- The Commanders signed DJ Humphries, a former Pro Bowl left tackle, to a one-year deal for added depth and experience.
- Humphries has started 101 NFL games, mainly with the Arizona Cardinals, and was a first-round pick in 2015.
- Humphries played for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2024 and the Los Angeles Rams last season.
- The team initially used third-year player Brandon Coleman at left tackle during training camp after Tunsil’s injury.
- Head coach Dan Quinn expressed that Tunsil is difficult to replace due to his talent and leadership.
- Humphries provides experience but may not fully match Tunsil’s impact on the offense.
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