Terry McLaurin reported to training camp with the Washington Commanders on Sunday, July 27.
The star receiver is seeking a contract extension to remain with Washington beyond 2025, but there has been little word on any progress towards a deal.
Despite the stalemate, McLaurin was reinstated to the active roster Sunday and was placed on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list with an ankle injury, the team announced.
McLaurin’s holdout lasted four days into training camp.
‘Terry McLaurin has reported and we’re very happy about that,’ head coach Dan Quinn said. ‘On the business side, (GM Adam Peters) and the guys are still working hard with Terry and his reps. While on PUP, it’s just like we do with other guys – work with the trainers to get back as soon as he can.’
McLaurin will turn 30 in September and is entering the final year of his three-year, $68.3 million deal, according to Spotrac.
On July 15, McLaurin was adamant he would not play without ‘progression’ toward a new deal.
‘I’ve been pretty frustrated, I’m not gonna lie,’ McLaurin told reporters of his contract situation. ‘Everything that has transpired up and to this point has been pretty frustrating and disappointing. I’ve wanted to continue my career here. I’ve created my life here. My wife and I bought our first home here. So this is somewhere where I’ve always wanted to be.’
McLaurin has watched several receivers cash in this offseason, most recently on July 14 when the New York Jets signed Garrett Wilson to a four-year, $130 million extension.
The Commanders are aiming to build on their best season in 33 years. They traded for wide receiver Deebo Samuel and five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil. McLaurin’s contract seems to be the final piece in a successful offseason so far.
McLaurin has been Washington’s top receiver since he was drafted in 2019. He has exceeded 1,000 receiving yards in each of the past five seasons and caught the second-most touchdown passes in the NFL in 2024 (13). He has displayed strong chemistry with quarterback Jayden Daniels and is a key cog of the offense that is looking to take the next step.
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