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Commanders Cautious with McLaurin's Return Ahead of Regular Season Opener
18 Aug
Summary
- McLaurin returns to practice after ankle injury
- Commanders unlikely to play him in final preseason game
- McLaurin to make season debut in home opener against Giants
As of August 18, 2025, the Washington Commanders are pleased to have their star wide receiver Terry McLaurin back at practice after recovering from an ankle injury. McLaurin had been absent from training camp, but his return to the field is a positive sign for the team's passing offense ahead of the upcoming regular season.
The Commanders' schedule this week includes a Monday night game against the Bengals, followed by an off day on Tuesday. With the final preseason game against the Ravens scheduled for the upcoming weekend, the coaching staff is unlikely to risk playing McLaurin in that contest. The priority is ensuring he is fully healthy and ready to go for the regular season opener against the division rival Giants on September 7.
While the Commanders' offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury would have preferred McLaurin to be present at training camp, the team is now focused on integrating him back into the offense and ensuring he is physically prepared for the start of the season. McLaurin's absence from practice over the past couple of weeks means he will need to be cautious not to push himself too hard, as the team does not want to risk any further injury to his hamstrings or ankle.
