NFL insider reveals surprising scoop after Commanders blockbuster trade

The Washington Commanders made a surprising trade, and details continue to be unraveled.

Sep 29, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil (78) during the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

The Washington Commanders shocked the NFL when they acquired Houston Texans offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil in free agency.

Tunsil wasn't a frequent name in trade rumors, but a deal was consummated between the two sides. Tunsil was sent to the Commanders along with a fourth-round pick for four draft selections.

NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport spoke on "The Pat McAfee Show" on the trade and how the Commanders were able to pull it off.

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Dec 31, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil (78) before the game against the Tennessee Titans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Tunsil trade stuns league

Did everybody know Laremy Tunsil was available

"They talked to some teams that were in the tackle market..

Several teams had the chance to get Laremy Tunsil and they decided not to" ~ @RapSheet #PMSLive https://t.co/e38NpO8Nlf pic.twitter.com/ukDgdlLTjJ

— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) March 11, 2025

"They talked to some teams that were in the tackle market, and some teams opted for younger or cheaper versions," Rapoport said.

Tunsil is 30 years old entering his 10th NFL season, so the Commanders hope that there is still some good football left in him, and clearly they believe in him based off of the trade.

Now, Tunsil gets a chance to prove his new team right by protecting Jayden Daniels' blindside.

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