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A third-round pick becoming the dependable left tackle the Washington Commanders have lacked since the days of Trent Williams would rate as a draft coup for Adam Peters. That possibility is getting stronger the more Brandon Coleman plays and continues to impress.

The former TCU standout is making the vital spot along the front five his own thanks to comfort handling defenders in both phases of Washington's offense. Coleman's aptitude blocking for the run was shown by his vital role in the 39-yard touchdown by running back Brian Robinson Jr. against the Tennessee Titans.

Coleman made a key block as the second of two pulling linemen behind left guard Nick Allegretti on a version of a counter trey executed well enough to make Joe Gibbs proud.

Runs like these have been as big a part of the Commanders' effectiveness on offense this season. Coleman is helping keep a varied and creative ground game the engine of Washington's offense. He's also showing surprising composure as the blindside protector for rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels.

Getting around a 6-foot-6, 320-pounder isn't easy, but most first-year blockers can be fooled by the moves of sly veteran pass-rushers who've learned plenty of tricks over the years. It's all the more impressive that Coleman didn't allow a sack against the Titans.

He's been credited by Pro Football Focus with giving up five sacks across 513 snaps at left tackle. That number shows there's room for growth in Coleman's game, but there are reasons to believe he can take the necessary strides.

The 24-year-old is winning with a combination of strength and technique. He's already displaying the nuance needed to take his game to the next level. That's a solid foundation for Coleman to build upon.

More work for Coleman on the left side could solidify this crucial position at a bargain price. Leaving Peters to spend next year's free agency dollars on other areas of weakness.

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