Washington general manager Adam Peters secured a three-year extension for wide receiver Terry McLaurin after preseason struggles highlighted the receiving corps' needs. The extension reportedly can reach $96 million and falls below D.K. Metcalf's average annual value, with indications the final number may be near $30 million per year. The deal balanced player and team interests, preserved salary-cap flexibility, and maintained continuity for franchise quarterback Jayden Daniels' pass-catching options. Peters handled one of his first major roster tests with pragmatic, professional negotiation that avoided ego-driven overpayment and contrasted with previous ownership's long-term, costly commitments to aging players.
It was clear throughout the preseason that Washington's receiving corps was struggling, strengthening McLaurin's case for a new contract. However, in recent days, it has been reported that the receiver and his agent were looking to surpass the extension D.K. Metcalf signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers. This was one of the first major tests Peters had faced in shaping his roster. He proved not only to be a tough negotiator, but he is also a realist.
This would put him below Metcalf's average annual value (AAV), while making both the player and team satisfied. Chris Simms from NBC Sports said, "They're in the right range that makes sense for everybody," and sees the deal actually ending up being closer to the $30 million AAV, which the team was hoping to stay around. And the biggest win is ensuring their franchise quarterback, Jayden Daniels, stays happy with his receiving weapons.
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