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Commanders Draft Josh Conerly Jr. to Bolster Offensive Line

The Washington Commanders selected Oregon tackle Josh Conerly Jr. with the 29th pick, reinforcing protection for quarterback Jayden Daniels in his second season.

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Overview

  • Josh Conerly Jr., a 6-foot-5, 311-pound offensive tackle from Oregon, was drafted 29th overall by the Washington Commanders in the 2025 NFL Draft.
  • Conerly, a third-team AP All-American and first-team All-Big Ten selection, allowed just one sack in 965 snaps during the 2024 season, per Pro Football Focus.
  • The Commanders plan to move Conerly to right tackle following their March acquisition of left tackle Laremy Tunsil from the Houston Texans.
  • General Manager Adam Peters prioritized selecting the highest-rated player on the board, emphasizing offensive line upgrades to protect quarterback Jayden Daniels, the 2024 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.
  • This marks Washington's first first-round offensive lineman pick since 2015, as the team focuses on building a strong foundation for long-term success.