Commanders’ rookie right tackle Josh Conerly Jr.’s performance over the first two weeks of preseason has quickly changed the conversation about him. Heading into joint practices with the New England Patriots, the narrative surrounding Conerly Jr. centered on how his slow development at the time at right tackle was primarily due to his position change from left tackle. This significant shift often requires time for adjustment. Since then, his performance has quickly ascended Conerly Jr. into another conversation, which involves him being the week one starter for Washington. Conerly Jr. starting week one alleviates any uncertainty for Washington about their starting offensive line combinations being a temporary fix to start the season. Second-year lineman Brandon Coleman has returned to prac
Film Session: Why Josh Conerly Jr. may be ready to start by week one

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