Terry McLaurin remains sidelined during a contract standoff with the Washington Commanders as the season approaches. His history of high performance includes breaking franchise receiving touchdown records and earning Pro Bowl honors. McLaurin's demands for a substantial contract surprised Commanders management. It was reported that the request was so high it nearly halted negotiations. The reluctance to meet his demands is based on concerns about extending his contract until he reaches 31 years old, leading to holdouts and training camp tensions.
The way I understand it, when negotiations first opened, I think the Commanders were a little stunned by initially what Terry McLaurin and his camp were really gunning for. Everyone's being careful about not saying what the initial number was, but I will say it was ... high enough that it almost completely broke down conversation instantaneously between the two parties. I think the Commanders were stunned at, initially, what the ask was. And to me, the inference is, this was like, nearly top tier, Tier 1 money.
The problem centers on McLaurin wanting top dollar. The Commanders are reluctant, considering his contract extension won't kick in until he's 31 years old. Charles Robinson from Yahoo Sports went one step further, claiming that Adam Peters was stunned enough by the wideout's initial demands to almost cut off negotiations instantly.
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