Marshon Lattimore's Game Status for Commanders-Eagles Revealed

Lattimore’s unavailability was anticipated. When the Commanders traded for him last week, he was already nursing a hamstring injury, and he has yet to participate in practice. Washington acquired Lattimore with the postseason in mind, and he remains under contract with the team for the next two seasons.

Despite ranking in the top 10 in pass defense, the Commanders have been vulnerable against passing attacks. In Sunday’s narrow loss to the Steelers, the secondary surrendered two long touchdown passes, including the game-winning catch by Mike Williams, who managed to get past Benjamin St-Juste.

Currently, St-Juste, Mike Sainristil, and Noah Igbinoghene have been Washington’s primary cornerbacks. Emmanuel Forbes, last year’s first-round pick, has seen limited action over the past three games, stemming from early struggles against the Eagles and wide receiver A.J. Brown in Week 4.

With Lattimore sidelined, Washington’s defense faces a tough challenge against an Eagles offense led by quarterback Jalen Hurts and a talented group of receivers, including A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. The Eagles’ dynamic passing game has consistently tested defenses across the league, and without Lattimore, the Commanders will rely heavily on their current secondary lineup to contain these threats.

Though Lattimore’s debut has been delayed, the Commanders remain hopeful that his eventual return will strengthen a defense poised for a potential playoff run.

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