Laremy Tunsil has been a revelation this season. The Washington Commanders had to pay a premium to acquire the prolific left tackle via trade from the Houston Texans. Still, general manager Adam Peters hit the jackpot in no uncertain terms.
Now, Tunsil wants to be paid. And the Commanders know that isn't going to be cheap.
There is no doubt that Tunsil deserves the lucrative financial commitment he will receive. He's been a shining light amid the almost constant doom and gloom, providing elite pass protection and crushing run-blocking. The fact that the former Ole Miss star has also willingly become a strong mentor presence for rookie right tackle Josh Conerly Jr.