The Washington Commanders addressed their biggest need just before the trade deadline, sending several draft picks to the New Orleans Saints for Marshon Lattimore. Unfortunately a lingering hamstring injury is going to delay his debut with the Commanders at least one more week.

The Washington Commanders made a big splash trading for former New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore ahead of the NFL's Tuesday deadline to do so. As with any big splash, there are going to be ripple effects from the move, and the first among them the Commanders hope will be an increase in their ability to defend the pass.

The Commanders boosted their short-term and long-term outlook at the NFL trade deadline by grabbing CB Marshon Lattimore from the Saints.