Commanders to Release Four-Time Pro Bowl CB Marshon Lattimore

The Washington Commanders are parting ways with veteran cornerback Marshon Lattimore.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Washington Commanders have informed four-time Pro Bowl cornerback Marshon Lattimore that they will be releasing him. Lattimore was a marquee acquisition for the Commanders, but the team has decided to move on from the veteran defensive back.

Why it matters

Lattimore was a key part of the Commanders' secondary and his release is a significant roster move for the team as they look to reshape their defense. This decision comes as the 2023 NFL Draft approaches, where linebacker prospects like Ohio State's Arvell Reese are expected to be highly sought after.

The details

The Commanders have not provided specific details on why they are releasing Lattimore, but the team's general manager stated that "there's a lot of things that go into that, and we still have a few more conversations" before finalizing the decision.

  • The Commanders informed Lattimore of his release on March 2, 2026.

The players

Marshon Lattimore

A four-time Pro Bowl cornerback who was a marquee acquisition for the Washington Commanders.

Arvell Reese

An Ohio State linebacker prospect expected to be highly sought after in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Washington Commanders

The NFL team that is releasing four-time Pro Bowl cornerback Marshon Lattimore.

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The takeaway

The Commanders' decision to release Marshon Lattimore signals a shift in their defensive strategy as they look to the upcoming NFL Draft, where linebacker prospects like Arvell Reese are expected to be highly coveted.