Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels raised eyebrows when he stated throughout Monday’s preseason sport in opposition to the Cincinnati Bengals that he knew unsettled vast receiver Terry McLaurin would “be coming by way of the door quickly.”
Through the newest version of The Athletic’s “Scoop Metropolis” podcast, Daniels spoke with NFL insider Dianna Russini concerning the ongoing contract standoff between McLaurin and the Commanders.
“Hundred %, I really feel nice (concerning the scenario),” Daniels stated about his confidence that he’ll have McLaurin as a teammate when Washington opens the season in opposition to the New York Giants on Sept. 7.
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of his present deal and requested a commerce on July 31 amid his need for an extension. On Monday, ESPN’s Ben Solak revealed that he couldn’t “discover anybody who believes vast receiver Terry McLaurin will play for an additional staff in 2025” throughout a go to to the Commanders throughout coaching camp.
Moreover, a Thursday report shared that McLaurin just isn’t among the many gamers who may very well be made obtainable to would-be patrons earlier than the summer season involves an finish.
“I simply know that it’s all gonna work out, that each side will come to an settlement, and Terry’s gonna be again out right here. We’re gonna be throwing some passes to him,” Daniels added.
Daniels’ feedback do not erase the truth that, as of Friday morning, there was no indication that McLaurin and the Commanders had been near an settlement. On Wednesday, it was reported that “one particular person with data of McLaurin’s contract negotiations” stated the 29-year-old “has requested for greater than” the typical annual worth connected to the five-year, $150M contract that the Pittsb
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On Friday, DraftKings Sportsbook continued to record the Commanders tied for sixth (with the San Francisco 49ers and the Inexperienced Bay Packers) among the many betting favorites at +2000 odds to win Tremendous Bowl LX in February 2026, therefore why Washington is in no rush to commerce Daniels’ favourite goal for a future draft asset.
Moreover, it seems Daniels understands McLaurin would not forfeit cash by sitting regular-season video games out if he does not have an extension in hand by Week 1.
