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Preseason Rout Exposes Commanders’ Receiver Depth and Fuels McLaurin’s Leverage

The Commanders’ refusal to bridge a $7–8 million salary gap has him on the PUP list, enhancing his trade leverage

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Terry McLaurin #17 of the Washington Commanders celebrates after a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans during the first half of the game at Northwest Stadium on December 1, 2024 in Landover, Maryland.
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Terry McLaurin #17 of the Washington Commanders looks on after the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Northwest Stadium on November 10, 2024 in Landover, Maryland.

Overview

  • The Commanders and McLaurin remain locked in a $7–8 million per-year salary dispute after he sought an extension in line with top-tier receivers
  • McLaurin has reported to training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list to avoid daily fines and maintain negotiating pressure
  • Despite a formal trade request, Washington has declined to entertain offers and insists he will stay with the team through the regular-season opener
  • A 48–18 preseason loss to New England underscored Washington’s thin receiver depth and bolstered McLaurin’s bargaining position
  • McLaurin has posted five consecutive 1,000-yard seasons and a career-high 13 touchdowns in 2024 as he approaches his 30th birthday