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Terry McLaurin Requests Trade From Commanders as Extension Talks Stall

The All-Pro wideout is pushing his hold-in strategy to the trade market after months of stalled talks

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Jan 5, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA;  Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) warms up before the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Terry McLaurin formally requested a trade on July 31 following a standstill in negotiations over a long-term extension
  • He reported to training camp under the PUP designation and has incurred $50,000 in weekly fines for his initial holdout
  • Commanders management has informed interested teams they have no intention of parting with their top receiver
  • McLaurin enters the final year of his deal and is reportedly seeking an average annual value near $32 million, a figure Washington deems excessive given his impending 30th birthday
  • Industry projections indicate Washington would at best receive second-round compensation in a trade, with models proposing packages that include a veteran receiver and a future second-round pick