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Injured Commanders Star McLaurin Seeks Payday Exceeding Metcalf's $33M Deal
28 Jul
Summary
- McLaurin seeking contract greater than DK Metcalf's $33M per year
- Vast separation between McLaurin and Commanders in negotiations
- McLaurin placed on PUP list with ankle injury after brief holdout
The Washington Commanders are currently navigating the contract situation of their star wide receiver Terry McLaurin. McLaurin, who is entering the final year of his current deal, is seeking a new and improved contract.
According to ESPN's NFL insider Adam Schefter, McLaurin is seeking a deal greater than the $33 million per year contract DK Metcalf recently received from the Steelers. Schefter stated that the separation between McLaurin and the Commanders in their negotiations has been "vast," indicating the two sides are far apart on an agreement.
Despite the contract dispute, McLaurin did return to training camp on Sunday. However, he was immediately placed on the PUP list due to an ankle injury. This comes after a brief holdout by the two-time Pro Bowl receiver, who is coming off a career year in 2022 with 82 catches, 1,096 yards, and 13 touchdowns.
The Commanders value McLaurin highly, but it seems they are not willing to meet his contract demands at this time. Fans will be hoping the two sides can reach a compromise, but Schefter's latest intel suggests this saga is far from over.
