WR Terry McLaurin requests trade amid contract dispute with Washington Commanders

Terry McLaurin has reportedly asked out of Washington, with multiple sources confirming on Thursday that the veteran wide receiver has requested a trade.

Frustration has been brewing behind the scenes, as talks over a contract extension have stalled. McLaurin skipped the first four days of training camp, though he officially reported Sunday to avoid daily fines of $50,000.

Since returning, he's been a "hold-in," showing up but not participating due to an ankle issue lingering from last season. He was placed on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list and had previously sat out OTAs and mandatory minicamp, though he did make appearances during spring workouts.

Set to turn 30 in September, McLaurin enters the final year of a three-year, $68.3 million deal that carries a hefty $25.5 million cap hit. Despite his contract status, he remains one of Washington's most consistent producers, having topped 1,000 receiving yards every season except his rookie year. In 2024, he racked up 1,096 yards and 13 touchdowns, thriving alongside rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, whose rapid rise turned heads across the league.

Still, contract negotiations haven't moved, and McLaurin's discontent has become public. If Washington chooses to move on, the Commanders would almost certainly command significant assets in return. Trading a star receiver in August may seem unthinkable, but in the NFL, surprises are never off the table.

The Commanders made serious noise last season, reaching the NFC Championship in Dan Quinn's debut year as head coach and with rookie sensation Jayden Daniels under center. With momentum on their side, Washington doubled down this offseason by bringing in star receiver Deebo Samuel, signaling their intent to go toe-to-toe with the reigning champs, the Philadelphia Eagles, in a fiercely competitive NFC East. A Super Bowl push is firmly on their radar.