Terry McLaurin is an American football wide receiver for the Washington Commanders in the 2024 NFL season. The Commanders drafted McLaurin with the 76th pick in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft. McLaurin became a regular from his rookie year. In his first two years in the NFL, McLaurin started 29 games recording 145 receptions for 2,037 yards and 11 touchdowns, as per Pro Football Reference. In the 2022 season, McLaurin recorded career-high 1,1191 yards in 77 receptions scoring 5 touchdowns. McLaurin has had a breakout 2024 season, as he has scored a career-high 13 touchdowns. He earned his second time spot in the Pro Bowl during the 2024 NFL season.
McLaurin attended Cathedral High School in Indiana. He led his high school to the Indiana 5A title in 2013 after winning three consecutive Class 4A titles. McLaurin recorded 58 receptions for 953 yards and eight touchdowns as a senior, as per Ohio State's official website. McLaurin committed to Ohio State University in 2015. He had a breakout senior year recording 35 receptions for 701 yards and 11 touchdowns, as per Sports Reference. He also won a CFP National Championship with the Buckeyes in 2015.
Terry McLaurin's contract breakdown
According to Spotrac, McLaurin signed a four-year extension contract with the Commanders valued at $68.36 million in July 2022. His extended contract includes a signing bonus of $28,000,000, a guaranteed amount of $53,154,000, and an average annual salary of $22,788,000.
| Contract | Signing Bonus | Average Salary | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 4 year(s) / $68,364,000 | $28,000,000 | $22,788,000 | $34,654,000 | $53,154,000 |
| YEAR | AGE | CAP HIT ANNUAL | CAP % LEAGUE CAP | CASH ANNUAL | CASH CUMULATIVE | DEAD CAP ANNUAL |
| 2022 | 27 | $7,329,805 | 3.52% | $29,479,000 | $29,479,000 | $34,904,805 |
| 2023 | 28 | $11,025,000 | 4.90% | $5,425,000 | $34,904,000 | $39,475,000 |
| 2024 | 29 | $24,100,000 | 9.44% | $18,500,000 | $53,404,000 | $33,950,000 |
| 2025 | 30 | $25,500,000 | 9.27% | $19,650,000 | $73,054,000 | $11,200,000 |
| 2026 | 31 | $5,600,000 | 1.90% | - | $73,054,000 | $5,600,000 |
Terry McLaurin's salary
According to his four-year extension contract, McLaurin will receive an average annual salary of $22,788,000. Furthermore, he is set to earn a base salary of $15,500,000, with a cap hit of $25,500,000 and a dead cap value of $11,200,000 in 2025.
What are the terms of Terry McLaurin contract?
According to the terms of his contract, McLaurin is set to receive a guaranteed amount of $34,654,000 at the time of signing. According to Spotrac, McLaurin would earn roster bonuses of $2,000,000 and $1,400,000 in 2023 and 2025 respectively. He also earned a guaranteed amount of $12.5 million from his 2024 salary on 17th March, 2024. McLaurin also earned a Pro Bowl Bonus of $250,000 in 2024. However, his contract also states that he could waive the last year of his contract by the fourth day of the 2026 waiver period in 2026.
Terry McLaurin's career earnings
As of January 2025, Terry McLaurin has a total career earnings of $56,433,671 through five years, according to Spotrac.
Terry McLaurin's contract history
Washington Commanders (2019-2023)
Terry McLaurin signed a four-year rookie contract worth $3.8 million with the Washington Commanders in 2019. He also received a $1 million signing bonus.
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FAQs on Terry McLaurin
A. Washington Commanders drafted Terry McLaurin in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft.
A. Terry McLaurin attended Ohio State University from 2014 to 2018.
A. Terry McLaurin is in his fifth season in the NFL, as of January 2025.
A. Terry McLaurin was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on September 15, 1995.
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