Salary cap strategy meets NFL injury rules as the Washington Commanders face a crucial decision on Marshon Lattimore. Find out why March 15 looms large for cap relief, with the team navigating roster bonuses, injury settlements, and CBA protections to maximize flexibility without exposing themselves to a grievance. Is a $3 million injury settlement the sweet spot, or could tactics shift if Lattimore’s recovery timeline changes?

Explore the financial nuances shaping Washington’s offseason, from the impact of Lattimore’s ACL injury to the risks and rewards of key roster moves. Get the inside scoop on how timing, negotiation, and collective bargaining affect not just Lattimore’s future, but the Commanders’ capacity to pursue aggressive free agency and build a contender for the next NFL season.

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