Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Laremy Tunsil

How Laremy Tunsil built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Laremy Tunsil is an American professional football offensive tackle currently playing for the Washington Commanders. After a college career with the Ole Miss Rebels, he was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. Traded to the Houston Texans in 2019, Tunsil achieved recognition with five Pro Bowl selections. In 2025, he was traded to the Commanders.

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2013: Tunsil Commits to Ole Miss

On National Signing Day in 2013, Laremy Tunsil announced his commitment to Ole Miss on ESPNU.

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April 28, 2016: Drafted by the Miami Dolphins

On April 28, 2016, Laremy Tunsil was selected by the Miami Dolphins with the 13th overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft.

May 6, 2016: Tunsil Signs with Dolphins

On May 6, 2016, Laremy Tunsil signed a four-year, $12.45 million contract with the Miami Dolphins.

2016: Enters 2016 NFL Draft

After Ole Miss's bowl game, Tunsil declared for the 2016 NFL draft, where he was projected as a possible No. 1 overall pick. The Titans later traded the pick to the Rams, who selected Jared Goff.

2016: Tunsil Drafted by Miami Dolphins

In 2016, Laremy Tunsil was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the first round of the NFL draft after playing college football for the Ole Miss Rebels.

2017: Tunsil Starts at Left Tackle

In the 2017 season, Laremy Tunsil appeared in and started 15 games for the Miami Dolphins. He moved to the left tackle position.

2018: Tunsil Starts 15 Games

In the 2018 season, Laremy Tunsil appeared in and started 15 games for the Miami Dolphins at left tackle.

April 18, 2019: Fifth-Year Option Picked Up

On April 18, 2019, the Miami Dolphins picked up the fifth-year option on Laremy Tunsil's contract.

August 31, 2019: Traded to Houston Texans

On August 31, 2019, Laremy Tunsil, Kenny Stills, and a fourth-round pick were traded to the Houston Texans. He started 14 games at left tackle, earning his first trip to the Pro Bowl.

2019: Tunsil Traded to Houston Texans

In 2019, Laremy Tunsil was traded to the Houston Texans.

April 24, 2020: Signs Contract Extension with Texans

On April 24, 2020, Laremy Tunsil signed a three-year, $66 million contract extension with the Houston Texans, making him the highest-paid offensive lineman in terms of annual value. He earned his second Pro Bowl nomination in 2020.

2022: Named to Third Pro Bowl

In the 2022 season, Laremy Tunsil started in all 17 games and was named to his third Pro Bowl.

March 19, 2023: Signs Contract Extension with Texans

On March 19, 2023, Laremy Tunsil signed a three-year, $75 million contract extension with the Houston Texans. He earned Pro Bowl honors for the fourth time.