Terry McLaurin is holding out of the Washington Commanders training camp, currently listed on reserve/did not report. His absence has not yet impacted team dynamics significantly. The holdout aims to reach a favorable contract but raises questions about the implications if it extends into the season. Historically, star players in Washington have held out for contracts, with varied outcomes. This situation calls to mind an era when players often had to retire or seek jobs outside the NFL due to lower salaries.
Every day seems to bring a new story - some positive, some negative - about where contract negotiations stand. Hopefully, in the not-too-distant future, it will include an update announcing that a deal has finally been reached and Washington's standout wide receiver is back at practice.
If it weren't for the distraction it has caused, you could almost see McLaurin's absence in a positive light. Without him on the field, it should give the signal-caller more time to bond with other receivers looking to make a mark in 2025.
Star players were willing to sacrifice an entire season in search of a better contract. The results were never good, though the long-term outcome was not always bad.
Back in those days, holding out often meant simply retiring from the game and finding a real job. NFL salaries weren't enough to keep players locked in. Some had greater earning potential outside the league.
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