Commander’s Pro Bowl standout Laremy Tunsil receives Pro Football Hall of Fame nod despite intense debate
Laremy Tunsil embraces his role as a leader and mentor.
When the Washington Commanders acquired five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil from the Houston Texans in March 2023, there were questions as to why a team in desperate need of offensive line help would trade such a valuable player. While no one ever confirmed why, rumors circulated that Houston wanted to see more leadership from Tunsil. Additionally, another rumor was that Houston didn't want to go through another contract negotiation with Tunsil, who primarily represents himself.
There was never a concrete reason as to why the Texans, who needed to protect their young quarterback, would trade Tunsil. Washington sending multiple draft picks to Houston probably helped that decision. Regardless, the Commanders were thrilled to land Tunsil with two years remaining on his contract to protect the blind side of franchise passer Jayden Daniels.
Washington didn't have the season it envisioned when acquiring Tunsil last fall, but don't blame Tunsil. He was phenomenal. Somehow, he didn't even make the Pro Bowl.
Sure, the Pro Bowl as we know it now is a joke, but Tunsil was as good, if not better, than any left tackle in the NFL last season. Coaches and teammates praised Tunsil throughout the season. While everyone knew Tunsil was an elite pass blocker, the Commanders were thrilled with his run blocking.