Tristan Wirfs' historic NFL record could be in jeoprady

Since being drafted 13th overall by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 2020 NFL Draft, offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs has been on a Hall of Fame trajectory.

Through six seasons, Wirfs has already earned five Pro Bowl selections, two AP First-Team All-Pro honors (2021, 2024), and one AP Second-Team All-Pro nod (2022).

But perhaps his most compelling claim to fame is that he’s the first player in NFL history to be named an All-Pro at both right tackle and left tackle. It’s difficult enough to change positions, but to perform at an All-Pro level on both sides of the line takes that challenge to another level.

Entering 2026, however, Wirfs may no longer stand alone in NFL history.

Lions’ Penei Sewell could join Bucs’ Tristan Wirfs in NFL history

Detroit Lions right tackle Penei Sewell is a three-time AP First-Team All-Pro and has earned four Pro Bowl selections. He and Wirfs have a legitimate argument as the two best offensive tackles in today’s NFL.

According to Lions head coach Dan Campbell, the team is exploring the possibility of moving Sewell to left tackle in 2026. If anyone can match Wirfs’ historic achievement, it’s Sewell, who brings elite pedigree and prior experience at the position from his college days.

Now, if Sewell becomes an All-Pro at left tackle, it wouldn't take away from Wirfs’ achievement, and he’d remain the first player to ever accomplish the feat. But there is something uniquely special about the Buccaneers’ left tackle standing alone in NFL history. 

There’s also the possibility that Sewell’s play declines on the left side, which would only further highlight how difficult Wirfs’ achievement was to pull off. But frankly, it feels unlikely that he’ll be anything less than elite based on his track record.

So based on how the 2026 season unfolds, Wirfs may have to share his spot in NFL history with Sewell. Regardless, both are generational talents well on their way to eventual Hall of Fame inductions.