Detroit Lions CB Amik Robertson signs with Commanders

Veteran cornerback leaves Detroit for two-year, $16 million deal with Washington

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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In a free agency loss for the Detroit Lions, veteran cornerback Amik Robertson has agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract with the Washington Commanders. Robertson, who started 10 games for the Lions last season, will be leaving Detroit after playing in all 35 games, including the playoffs, over the past two seasons.

Why it matters

Robertson's departure is a significant blow to the Lions' secondary, which is already dealing with off-field issues and injuries to key players like cornerback Terrion Arnold and safeties Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph. His versatility at both slot and outside cornerback will be missed as the Lions look to rebuild their defensive backfield.

The details

According to reports, the deal with the Commanders will feature $9.3 million in guaranteed money. Robertson was viewed as one of the Lions' top unrestricted free agents this offseason. In his 10 starts for Detroit last season, he forced two fumbles and had one interception, though he also allowed a career-high eight touchdown passes and had a passer rating of 116.5 against him.

  • On March 9, 2026, Robertson agreed to terms on the contract with the Commanders.
  • The signing will not become official until the start of the new league year on March 11, 2026.

The players

Amik Robertson

A veteran cornerback who has played the past two seasons with the Detroit Lions.

Washington Commanders

The NFL team that has agreed to sign Amik Robertson to a two-year, $16 million contract.

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What’s next

The Commanders' signing of Amik Robertson will not be official until the start of the new league year on March 11, 2026.

The takeaway

Robertson's departure is a significant loss for the Detroit Lions, who will need to find a way to replace his production and versatility in the secondary as they look to rebuild their defensive backfield this offseason.