Having vaulted to the top of the NFC East, the Washington Commanders made a big swing ahead of the NFL trade deadline by acquiring four-time Pro

Signaling the franchise views itself as a contender again, the Washington Commanders gave up three draft picks to acquire Pro Bowl cornerback Marshon Lattimore from the sinking New Orleans Saints on Tuesday.

Hours before the NFL's trade deadline at 4 p.m. EST on Tuesday, the Commanders (7-2) got four-time Pro Bowl cornerback Marshon Lattimore from the struggling Saints (2-7), three people with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press. They spoke on condition of anonymity because the teams have not announced the deal.