Washington Commanders to Release Cornerback Marshon Lattimore The Washington Commanders are set to release cornerback Marshon Lattimore, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. This follows the team’s earlier decision to part ways with center Tyler Biadasz, a player deemed too expensive for the 2026 season. Lattimore, a former Pro Bowler, will turn 30 in May, raising questions about his long-term viability in the league. Despite his age, Lattimore’s production last season suggests he remains a valuable asset. Lattimore, the 11th overall pick in the 2017 draft, played a significant role in the Commanders’ defensive strategy. Last year, he logged more outside cornerback snaps than 62 other players, even after missing eight games due to an ACL tear. Among the 63 corners who played as many snaps as him, Lattimore ranked 25th in yards allowed per coverage snap, a key metric for evaluating cornerbacks. While his ACL injury complicates his readiness for the 2025 season, his pre-injury performance highlights his effectiveness. The Commanders’ decision to release Lattimore is tied to financial considerations. By cutting him, the team will save $18.5 million in salary cap space, which will also prevent him from becoming a “qualifying free agent” this offseason. This means if the Green Bay Packers sign him, he won’t impact their potential compensatory draft picks, which they are projected to receive if key players like Rasheed Walker, Romeo Doubs, Malik Willis, and Quay Walker leave the team. Green Bay head coach Matt LaFleur’s relationship with Washington head coach Dan Quinn, who previously coached LaFleur in Atlanta, may influence the Packers’ interest in Lattimore. However, the timing of Lattimore’s injury complicates matters.#green_bay_packers #washington_commanders #adam_schefter #marshon_lattimore #brian_gutekunst
