Adam Peters and other influential figures within the Washington Commanders are heading to Indianapolis for the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine. And it won't just be prospect evaluation on the agenda.
This is also the place where trade deals can be struck, extensions can be agreed, and where the foundations of the offseason are laid. Peters did precisely that last year by trading for wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr., signifying Washington's intent to win now, which didn't quite go according to plan in 2025.
While incoming trades seem highly unlikely unless a bargain can be found, Peters still has a significant amount to get through. And one team insider highlighted a potential complication that the Commanders must address in the coming days.
Commanders insider wants Adam Peters to make progress on Laremy Tunsil extension
Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic thought the Commanders need to make strides on left tackle Laremy Tunsil's pending extension. Peters wants to get this resolved quickly, and the insider believes last summer's contract debacle with wide receiver Terry McLaurin should be enough to keep complications to a minimum.
"[Laremy] Tunsil will get paid, and handsomely. The Commanders knew this when they gave up multiple draft picks to acquire the left tackle from the Houston Texans last year, and it was only reinforced when he had one of his finest seasons. After last year’s dragged-out negotiations with receiver Terry McLaurin, [Adam] Peters has said he wants to get a deal done with Tunsil quickly."Nicki Jhabvala
Tunsil's first season in Washington was nothing short of exceptional. His trade to the franchise quickly became one of the very few bright spots to emerge from the campaign, with his combination of elite pass protection, dominant run blocking, and superb leadership behind the scenes representing legitimate hope for the future.
The five-time Pro Bowler has one more year remaining on his deal. Tunsil has made no secret of his desire to be paid in advance. His production last season all but guarantees that fact, so even though this deal is probably going to reset the offensive tackle market, the Commanders have to get something worked out.
Tunsil represents himself, which can prove complicated during negotiations. At the same time, he has tremendous leverage. Peters also recognizes his importance to the team's future, especially in protecting star quarterback Jayden Daniels.
Spotrac projects Tunsil to get around $29.2 million per season on a four-year, $116.83 million deal. This will be his last big contract, but he's earned every cent.
The Commanders have plenty of tough decisions to make throughout the offseason. Tying down Tunsil for the remainder of his career is not one of them.