The Washington Commanders are coming off one of the best seasons in franchise history, reaching the NFC Championship Game in 2024 during quarterback Jayden Daniels’ rookie year.
However, success often brings heightened expectations—and sometimes contract disputes. That’s exactly what’s unfolding between the Commanders’ front office and star wide receiver Terry McLaurin.
While McLaurin has been present at training camp, he has yet to participate in any practices this offseason and recently requested a trade. So far, no movement has come from that request.
Still, despite the holdout, Daniels made his stance clear on his top target—expressing support and confidence in their connection.
"I just try to control what I can control. I know one day 17 will be running out there—hopefully soon," Daniels said. "But I can’t control what he has going on with his business. I’ve got to go out there, be the best version of myself every day, and hope that it all gets resolved so 17 can get back out here catching passes."
"I know one day 17 will be running out here — and hopefully soon."
Jayden Daniels on Terry McLaurin.@EvanWashburn pic.twitter.com/buzQzMLT0c— NFL on CBS 🏈 (@NFLonCBS) August 4, 2025
Terry McLaurin is reportedly seeking a contract similar to what DK Metcalf received from the Pittsburgh Steelers—a four-year, $132 million deal. However, at 29 years old, McLaurin’s age appears to be a sticking point for the Commanders, who seem hesitant to commit to a long-term deal that would pay him well into his mid-30s.
That said, McLaurin has shown no signs of decline. Since entering the league in 2019, he’s caught passes from 13 different starting quarterbacks in Washington and has consistently produced at a high level year after year.
He’s surpassed 1,000 receiving yards in every season of his career except his rookie year—when he still posted 919 yards—and is coming off tallying 82 receptions, 1,096 yards, and a career-high 13 touchdowns.
