NFL trade deadline: Commanders acquire four-time Pro Bowl CB Marshon Lattimore in deal with Saints

The Washington Commanders signed a four-time Pro Bowl cornerback before the trade deadline. Washington is acquiring Marshon Lattimore from the New Orleans Saints, according to CBS Sports NFL insider Jonathan Jones. According to NFL Media, New Orleans will receive a premium draft pick in return.

Lattimore, who turned 28 in May, has three years remaining on his current contract, including 2024. He has recorded 30 combined tackles and two passes defended in seven games this season. Injury issues are a legitimate concern as Lattimore hasn't played a full season since 2021. The Saints were expected to consider selling parts after a 2-7 start, which is the case led to dismissal from head coach Dennis Allen on Monday.

The Commanders enter Week 10 with the No. 5 pass defense in the NFL, but their core of Benjamin St-Juste, Mike Sainristil and Noah Igbinoghene could be upgraded. There is also trade speculation surrounding Washington's former first-round pick cornerback Emmanuel Forbes Jr., who could also be moved Tuesday.

Commanders general manager Adam Peters is hoping to make a purchase at the trade deadline as his team is off to a surprising 7-2 start. Jayden Daniels, the favorite to win NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year, has led the league's No. 3 offense through nine weeks, but improvement on defense is necessary if Washington wants to compete.