Commanders to Release CB Lattimore, Save $18.5M

The move was anticipated after Lattimore's season-ending injury last year.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Washington Commanders have informed cornerback Marshon Lattimore that he will be released before the start of the new NFL league year next week, according to sources. This move had been expected since Lattimore suffered a season-ending injury last season.

Why it matters

Lattimore was a key part of the Commanders' secondary, and his release will create a significant hole that the team will need to address through free agency or the draft. The $18.5 million in salary cap savings, however, will give the Commanders more flexibility to make other roster moves and signings.

The details

Lattimore, a former first-round pick, had been with the Commanders since 2019 and was set to enter the final year of his contract. His release comes after he missed the majority of the 2025 season due to a serious injury.

  • Lattimore will be released before the start of the new NFL league year next week.

The players

Marshon Lattimore

A cornerback who has played for the Washington Commanders since 2019.

Washington Commanders

An NFL team based in Washington, D.C.

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What’s next

The Commanders will need to find a replacement for Lattimore in their secondary through free agency or the upcoming NFL draft.

The takeaway

The Commanders' release of Lattimore creates a significant hole in their secondary, but the $18.5 million in salary cap savings will give the team more flexibility to address other roster needs in the offseason.