Summary
The Washington Commanders plan to release cornerback Marshon Lattimore to save $18.5 million in salary costs. Lattimore struggled with injuries since joining the team, which contributed to their disappointing performance in the 2025 season.
Key Facts
- The Washington Commanders will release Marshon Lattimore, a former Pro Bowl cornerback.
- This move is expected to save the team $18.5 million in salary cap space.
- Lattimore joined the Commanders in 2024 through a trade with the New Orleans Saints.
- Injuries limited Lattimore to two games in the 2024 season and ended his 2025 season early with an ACL tear.
- The Commanders had a strong 2024 season but struggled in 2025 due to multiple injuries.
- The team aims to adjust their roster as they had the oldest average age in the NFL last season (28.1 years).
- The release of Lattimore is part of efforts to prepare for the upcoming NFL season.
