Terry McLaurin, a two-time Pro Bowler, deserves a new contract with the Washington Commanders that reflects his contributions. While he is requesting over $30 million per year, the Commanders are hesitant to overpay. The situation echoes the Kirk Cousins saga, highlighting the risks of not investing in key players. Market dynamics mean that current salaries will soon become standard, so the real concern is McLaurin's future performance. Ultimately, he needs to be valued correctly to secure his role as an average starter in subsequent years.
Terry McLaurin deserves a new contract to be a Commanders player throughout the rest of his prime as a loyal, high-quality contributor.
The upwards of $30 million per year that McLaurin is asking for is causing a holdup, as it raises concerns over potentially overpaying.
The Kirk Cousins saga illustrates the risks of not paying key players, as he signed a significant guaranteed contract after being tagged.
Every great player in the NFL pushes for more than the previous top contracts, making high salaries appear normal years later.
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