Cleared of criminal charges, former Chiefs CB could help Commanders
The Commanders need cornerback help, and one former Chiefs starter could be an interesting option.
The Washington Commanders have done a good job of overhauling their roster this offseason. After going 5-12 last season, general manager Adam Peters had his hands full. Washington's defense was one of the NFL's worst in 2025, and Peters still needed to give quarterback Jayden Daniels more help on offense.
Using free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft, Peters did a masterful job of making the Commanders younger and faster. Washington revamped multiple positions, including edge rusher and linebacker. But, the Commanders needed so much help that it was almost impossible for Peters to fill every need.
With over two months until training camp, Washington's most significant remaining needs are cornerback and another starting-quality wide receiver. Most believe 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk can help fill the receiver need, but that's no sure thing with San Francisco playing hardball. That leaves cornerback.
The Commanders released Marshon Lattimore in March, then allowed Jonathan Jones and Noah Igbinoghene to depart in free agency. That meant just two of Washington's five primary cornerbacks from last season will return in 2026: Mike Sainristil and Trey Amos. Sainristil struggled last season after a standout rookie campaign, while Amos showed great promise until a broken leg ended his season in Week 10.