Raiders Land $97 Million Star CB in Blockbuster Trade Proposal

One of the major needs on defense was filled by the Las Vegas Raiders with the signing of defensive tackle Christian Wilkins. But in the process, the Detroit Lions added cornerback Amik Robertson, strengthening the need in the secondary.

After many unsuccessful seasons, the New Orleans Saints might want to start rebuilding their team, and one of their finest trade assets is cornerback Marshon Lattimore. Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano of ESPN report that certain teams anticipate trading the four-time Pro Bowl player during the offseason.

In a story published on March 3, Graziano and Fowler stated, “Several teams believe Saints corner Marshon Lattimore—whose base salary is a paltry $1.2 million due to a restructure— is also available via a trade, and there’s intrigue on Bucs cornerback Carlton Davis III.”

The Raiders ought to be one of the clubs interested in acquiring Lattimore if he is available. Even at just 27, he often ranks among the NFL’s top cornerbacks. In addition, he has a three-season deal currently in place. Players like Lattimore, though, are not inexpensive. The fact that he has missed 17 games in total over the past two seasons will detract from his value.

That ought to prevent the Saints from selecting Lattimore with a high first-round pick. The Miami Dolphins last offseason acquired Jalen Ramsey, 28, for just a third-round pick. Expect Lattimore to be more expensive. The Raiders might be able to acquire the cornerback for a 2024 second-round pick, and if the Saints want more, they might even be able to add a 2025 fourth-round pick given his history of injuries.