Commanders cut Marshon Lattimore
- Savings: $18.5 million
- Dead money: $0
- New salary-cap space: $96.69 million
This is a no-brainer.
The Washington Commanders' blockbuster trade to acquire cornerback Marshon Lattimore from the New Orleans Saints quickly became an unmitigated disaster. A hamstring injury upon joining the franchise meant he was never truly healthy during the team's memorable run to the NFC Championship game. All hope was not entirely lost, but the initial concerns were evident.
Lattimore was fit and focused heading into his first full season with the club. Unfortunately, his previous capabilities as a shutdown presence in coverage were seemingly long gone.
The four-time Pro Bowler became a weak link that opposing offenses attacked at will, especially going downfield. Lattimore was a step too slow, and his technical flaws resulted in several frustrating penalties in crucial situations. To make matters worse, he also went to injured reserve after tearing his ACL against the Seattle Seahawks.
If that wasn't bad enough, Lattimore also got arrested on gun charges this offseason. Cutting him with one year remaining on his deal seemed highly likely even before this incident. Now, it's almost a foregone conclusion.
There are no dead money ramifications to removing Lattimore from the equation. The Commanders also save $18.5 million on their 2026 salary cap, freeing up funds to be spent elsewhere.
Commanders extend Tyler Biadasz
- Savings: $5.46 million
- Dead money: $0
- New salary-cap space: $102.17 million
There are other ways for the Washington Commanders to save money this offseason. And it could go a long way to solidifying their future with established veterans who are a huge part of the team's plans moving forward.
Extensions submitted in advance will be considered by Adam Peters. Not many on the squad earned this right during a campaign that will be remembered for all the wrong reasons, but there were a couple of shining lights amid the chaos.
Tyler Biadasz is among them. The starting center has been a model of consistency since joining the Commanders in 2024 free agency. His pre-snap communication, solid run blocking, and dependable pass protection were a breath of fresh air. He's an unassuming leader, but head coach Dan Quinn trusts him fully to deliver the goods when it comes to the crunch.
Biadasz is entering the final year of his deal. There is a chance Washington lets him play things out before taking it any further. However, getting another contract worked out this offseason cements a key cog for quarterback Jayden Daniels while freeing up some extra funds on their 2026 salary cap.
If Biadasz performs as expected next season, the price is only going to go up. Getting him tied down now could save even more in the long run.