Terry McLaurin Requests Trade, Sparks NFL Frenzy Over His Next Destination
So, big news in the NFL this week—Terry McLaurin has officially requested a trade from the Washington Commanders. Yeah, that’s right. The two-time Pro Bowl wide receiver, who’s been one of the most consistent and productive guys on that roster, is now looking for a fresh start somewhere else. And honestly, it’s not all that surprising.
Here’s what’s going on. McLaurin's been locked in a contract standoff with the Commanders, and despite his hopes for progress, the talks have gone nowhere. He even reported to training camp, but without a new deal, he was placed on the PUP list. Now, he’s had enough—and he's making it known he wants out. His current deal, which runs through 2025, pays him about $23.2 million per year—sounds like a lot, right? But that number actually ranks outside the top 15 for wide receivers now. And with the way top WR contracts have exploded lately, you can understand why he’s frustrated.
So, what’s next? If Washington’s GM Adam Peters decides to honor the trade request, there are already six teams that seem like obvious fits. For starters, the Chargers are probably at the top of the list. Mike Williams retired unexpectedly, leaving Justin Herbert with a young, unproven group. McLaurin would be a perfect complement to their offense, and they have the cap space to pull it off.
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Then there’s the Raiders , who brought in Geno Smith and drafted Ashton Jeanty to juice up their offense—but they still don’t have a reliable outside receiver beyond Jakobi Meyers. McLaurin could fill that gap and give Geno another legitimate target alongside tight end Brock Bowers.
The Jets are another intriguing option. They’re transitioning to the Justin Fields era and need more firepower next to Garrett Wilson. Adding another former Buckeye in McLaurin would not only make sense on the field but also boost chemistry.
Let’s not forget the Patriots . Rookie QB Drake Maye is still finding his footing, and while Stefon Diggs is in the mix, McLaurin would add another layer of consistency and veteran leadership to a very unsettled receiver group.
The 49ers could be wildcards too. With Deebo Samuel now in Washington, a trade sending McLaurin to San Francisco could be a juicy reverse move. Especially now that Brandon Aiyuk is recovering from a major injury, they need someone to keep the offense moving.
And finally, there’s Cleveland . Financially, it’s tricky—the Browns are facing a cap crunch in 2026—but they could potentially backload a deal to make it work. They desperately need another strong receiver to pair with Jerry Jeudy, and McLaurin could make a huge impact, even with their uncertain quarterback situation.
Bottom line? McLaurin has every reason to want a better contract—and if Washington doesn’t pay him, there are plenty of teams ready to do so. His trade request might just be the most impactful domino of the preseason.
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