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Tunsil’s absence means that Brandon Coleman, who stepped in for Tunsil last weekend, will likely get the start at left tackle — a position he held throughout his rookie season. Coleman had one of his best games of the season, according to Pro Football Focus, particularly as a pass protector. He allowed zero pressures on 14 pass blocking plays and earned a grade of 86.4 — his highest of the season.
Coleman was originally the team’s starting left guard before being replaced by Chris Paul early in the season. Quinn thought Coleman was ready for the moment to get back in the lineup, and he’s seen the second-year offensive lineman stand out in recent weeks.
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The Commanders have been waiting for Drake Jackson to get healthy so he can show what his potential on the roster could look like. After two long months, he will finally be making his debut in Washington.
The Washington Commanders still have three games left, and there are plenty of things they need to see, despite their 4-10 record on the season.
The first test is against the Philadelphia Eagles at home, and they need to see the team show up after an ugly win last week against the New York Giants. The Commanders need to see the youth of the roster play well, and head coach Dan Quinn needs to actually play them as well.
Quinn announced on Thursday that one in-season free agent signing will finally be making his debut, which can turn into a real roster win if he plays well and stays healthy.
Jackson decided to sign with the Commanders back in mid-October, with offers from many other teams, and now the Commanders get to see if he can be a piece of the defense moving forward. The Commanders also need a youth movement on the team, and Jackson could help with that at just 24 years old. Jackson was a second-round pick by the San Francisco 49ers in the 2022 NFL Draft and has the potential to be a great player if he can stay healthy.
He has six career sacks in the 23 games he’s played in, but he’s been out since late 2023 with his knee injury. The 49ers decided to move on, and now the Commanders are hoping for a roster win with Jackson.
Defensive end is the biggest need on defense right now, especially after Deatrich Wise and Dorance Armstrong both suffered season-ending injuries, and could miss substantial time to start the 2026 season.
Whether it’s in free agency or the 2026 NFL Draft, Peters has to actually address the position this offseason and get a difference maker. At 6-4, 273 pounds, Jackson would be an every-down player while Jacob...
