"Last season, the Commanders employed an uncommon strategy at left tackle. Rookie Brandon Coleman platooned for the first half of the season with veteran swing tackle Cornelius Lucas. By the second half of the campaign, the TCU product began taking every snap. Washington could do that on the right side with Conerly and last year's starter, Andrew Wylie. Wylie is no world-beater. Last year, he graded out as the 57th-best tackle by Pro Football Focus."
"The question for Commanders' offensive line coach Bobby Johnson is whether Conerly would benefit from having some time during games to watch from the bench. Or is it better to let him learn by being on the field, succeeding or failing, and presumably gaining experience? For the most part against the Giants, Conerly acquitted himself well. He is a big man who moves well."
Josh Conerly Jr. delivered a generally positive NFL debut, showing clear athleticism on running plays and moments of adequate pass protection. He is transitioning from left tackle at Oregon to right tackle in the NFL, which introduces growing pains. He is 21 years old and the youngest player on the Commanders' roster, with obvious physical talent but questions about consistency in protecting quarterback Jayden Daniels. Offensive line coach Bobby Johnson must weigh benching for observation against on-field experience. Against the Giants, Conerly chipped linemen and reached the second level on several runs.
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