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Terry McLaurin wanted a long-term extension from the Washington Commanders and he may have found a way to force it out of them.
On Thursday, the one-time All-Pro and two-time Pro Bowl wideout requested a trade out of the only team he has played for in his career.
BREAKING: #Commanders All-Pro WR Terry McLaurin has requested a trade, multiple sources tell me.
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Fans shared their reactions, from projected trade destinations to lamenting about Washington's inability to retain top-tier contributors.
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"Washington truly is allergic to success," one rued. "He’s a Packer," another guaranteed. "Commanders need to pay Terry," one insisted. "Welcome to the New England Patriots, Terry," another predicted. "Why tf would he do that? Bro finally got his QB," one groaned. "Charger I fear," another thought.After skipping the first few days of preseason camp, McLaurin reported on Sunday but "held in." He told the media that not joining his teammates in drills was "tough" to do, but ultimately he still cherished them and the fans' support.
"It feels good... They showed me a lot of love and support. You lose sight of some things when the business gets involved, but I never lost sight of the way they supported me. It's business, but it has nothing to do with them."Meanwhile, general manager Adam Peters said of contract negotiations:
"It's the nature of our business. You'd like to get these things done quicker, but it doesn't always happen that way... Whatever happens along the way, just understand he's a great player and we want to keep him here."Adam Schefter: Terry McLaurin wants more money than $150-million 2019 draftmate
Terry McLaurin's desired contract is not known, but Adam Schefter has a benchmark: DK Metcalf, who was drafted in the same year as him (2019) and is on a five-year, $150-million deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
On Monday's episode of Pat McAfee's eponymous show, he said:
"I wouldn't think that Terry is going to take less than that, and I think he wants considerably more than that... Washington, they're not there right now. They love and value Terry McLaurin, but they love and value him at a different price. So, these two sides right now seem apart on a deal. They don't seem close today."The Commanders' first game will be against the New York Giants on September 7. Kickoff is at 1 pm ET on Fox.
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