The Washington Commanders rounded off their cornerback room nicely with Trey Amos at No. 61 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. However, one analyst believes this addition places four-time Pro Bowler Marshon Lattimore's long-term status in severe jeopardy.
Adam Peters threw his support behind Lattimore this offseason. The Commanders didn't get an immediate return on their investment after acquiring the player via trade from the New Orleans Saints, but the general manager believes a full offseason to get healthy and more familiar with the schematic concepts could see improvements arrive next time around.
NFL analyst turns up the heat on Marshon Lattimore's future with the Commanders
All signs are pointing up for Lattimore, especially if he gets a better run of luck on the health front. That didn't stop Nate Davis of USA Today from listing the former first-round pick among his players around the league on thin ice following the draft.
He arrived at moderate cost before last season’s trade deadline. But [Marshon] Lattimore’s inability to stay on the field followed him from New Orleans to the nation’s capital – the four-time Pro Bowler has played in 26 regular-season games over the past three seasons and missed 25. With Trey Amos obtained in the second round, Washington could save a good chunk of change if it parts with Lattimore at some point before his contract expires in two years.Nate Davis
Amos coming into the fold gives the Commanders a contingency plan in the event Lattimore cannot turn things around. But if the Ohio State graduate gets back to something like his old self, it gives Washington a potentially dynamic boundary tandem to assist their playoff push in 2025.
This would also allow Mike Sainristil to spend more time in the slot, which is where he specialized in college and where his exceptional athletic traits are best suited. With Jonathan Jones and Noah Igbinoghene also on the depth chart, the Commanders have five dependable corners as they look to counteract some impressive passing attacks on their 2025 schedule.
Lattimore has two years remaining on his deal. He counts $18 million against the salary cap this year and $18.5 million in 2026. Only $2 million of his remaining salary is guaranteed, so the Commanders can easily get off this financial commitment if they aren't satisfied with his performance levels.
That's a worst-case scenario. For now, the Commanders have complete faith in Lattimore to spearhead Washington's renaissance in the secondary.
If not, Peters will react accordingly. Make no mistake about that.
