The Washington Commanders made a bold trade last season, acquiring Marshon Lattimore for three draft picks and a fifth-round choice. Initially, Lattimore’s performance seemed promising, as he made an impressive debut in Week 15 after recovering from a hamstring injury. However, he quickly faced setbacks, re-injuring his hamstring in Week 16 and missing the remainder of the regular season.

Despite returning for the playoffs, Lattimore's performance fell short of expectations, posting PFF grades of 26.5, 58.0, and 35.6 during three playoff games, which ultimately contributed to the team's disappointing postseason exit. The Commanders' gamble did not yield the anticipated results, raising questions about future investments and strategies in the NFL landscape.