Terry McLaurin just sounded the alarm after latest Commanders contract update

The main reason the Washington Commanders are viewed as one of the more viable contenders across the NFL landscape at this moment is the electric passing game Kliff Kingsbury has installed. The connection between quarterback Jayden Daniels and receiver Terry McLaurin forms the backbone of this attack.

McLaurin is trying to earn his last big payday after a dominant 2024 season, and he is not above making people uncomfortable in the name of trying to force Adam Peters' hand.

According to Jordan Schultz, McLaurin has made his frustration with the lack of a long-term deal palpably clear. After showing up to voluntary workouts, McLaurin left the event early and has left many wondering if he will show up to the team's mandatory minicamp amid this squabble.

McLaurin is entering the final year of his contract, and there haven't been very many talks between he and Washington as it pertains to a long-term contract. The Deebo Samuel trade has likely muddied the waters a bit, and it has put Washington in an awkward place with one of their best receivers ever.

Terry McLaurin frustrated with Commanders not giving him long-term contract

McLaurin was a good soldier for many years in Washington, constantly piling up 1,000-yard seasons despite below-average quarterback play. McLaurin's 82 catches and 1,096 yards in 2024 were about on par with his usual averages, but he managed to snag 13 touchdowns after never having scored seven before this year.

The Commanders still have a few years before they have to pay Daniels what will assuredly be an eye-watering contract, which should free them up to spend money on McLaurin. Samuel is a solid short-term addition, but this front office is making a severe error if they are putting off talks with McLaurin due to the Deebo acquisition.

McLaurin is an older receiver who will turn 30 this season, but he still has plenty of good football left in the tank. Anyone who can run routes like he can and get separation underneath is worth his weight in gold in a Kingsbury offense.

Commanders fans need to hope that cooler heads prevail and the team is eventually able to work something out with their top receiver, as letting this situation deteriorate to the point where McLaurin starts thinking about leaving is something that would happen under the Dan Snyder regime.