Terry McLaurin's holdout remains a hot topic of discussion among fans and the media. One NFL analyst threw his support behind the wide receiver's efforts to get paid what he deserves by the Washington Commanders.
McLaurin caused a stir by skipping voluntary OTAs and mandatory minicamp. It's something he did before getting his first extension from Washington, which is why nobody is panicking too much. This deal is more complicated given his age and the soaring wideout market, and the player's frustrations regarding the lack of progress have been reported by several leading insiders.
Adam Peters will get this worked out eventually. Fans aren't overly worried just yet, although bringing this to a successful resolution quickly would be prudent. The last thing Washington needs is this unwanted distraction hanging over them at training camp, especially considering the higher expectations on the Commanders' shoulders in 2025.
NFL analyst implores Commanders to pay Terry McLaurin whatever he wants
Albert Breer from Sports Illustrated recently stated that around $30 million per year could be the starting point or even an acceptable figure that McLaurin is aiming for. Moe Moton from The Bleacher Report thought this is something the Commanders should be more than willing to pay after everything the former third-round pick has given to the organization.
If Washington satisfies his [Terry McLaurin] reported contract demands, that would make him one of the league's eight highest-paid wideouts, which seems fair for a player who has eclipsed 1,001 receiving yards in five consecutive seasons and is coming off his second Pro Bowl term.Moe Moton
Fans agree. McLaurin is the model of consistency. He's the embodiment of everything good about the Commanders. The wideout remained extremely loyal through some dark times, emerging into a respected locker room leader revered by his peers. He embraced the new locker room culture shift and thrived with a franchise-caliber presence under center for the first time in his career.
The Commanders want to protect themselves. This is a business, after all.
Peters knows McLaurin will be 30 years old next season, although he's shown no signs whatsoever of slowing down. Whether it is the deal's length or the guarantees attached that prove complicated hasn't been disclosed. But everyone associated with the franchise is hoping some middle ground can be reached sooner rather than later.
McLaurin is a franchise cornerstone in every sense of the term. If the Commanders aren't willing to pay him the going rate, there isn't much hope for anyone else. Fortunately, the new front office leader is running things with far more professionalism.
Time is still on Washington's side. McLaurin might feel frustrated now, but he'll get his money in the end.
