Washington Commanders Draft Mansoor Delane

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Washington commanders are revamping their defense this offseason, aiming for more speed and

youth by shedding veterans like cornerback Martian, Latamore, who they cut after just

nine games last year.

In a fresh mock draft from NFL.com, they snag LSU corner Mansour Delane with the seventh

overall pick to fill that outside spot right away.

The team grabbed slot corner Amick Robertson in free agency, but they still need a starter

on the boundary, especially figuring out roles for guys like Mike Sainte were still heading

into next season.

This draft class is loaded with top outside corners, putting Washington in prime position

at seven.

The Lane transfer to LSU after three years at Virginia Tech emballed out in 2025 with

45 tackles, 11 pass breakups, two picks and first team All-American honors.

Pro football focus slapped him with a elite 90.5 grade, third best among corners.

He'd slide in opposite tray amus on the outside, with Sainte were still or Robertson handling

the slot, and those two could flex outside too.

That quartet beats last year's group hands down and sets up a long-term starter.

Delane's speed and shutdown skills make him the perfect early fix, locking down that

secondary for years, while the new coordinator builds around fresh talent.