Commanders WR Terry McLaurin Returns, Placed on Active PUP List Amid Contract Dispute

Terry McLaurin has shifted from a contract holdout to a 'hold-in' by reporting to the Washington Commanders' training facility despite still lacking a new deal, arriving with an ankle injury that has led to his placement on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. This move allows McLaurin to participate in team activities and avoid the $50,000 daily fines previously incurred during his absence, while contract negotiations with the Commanders continue. The Commanders released cornerback Fentrell Cypress to make roster space for McLaurin's return, highlighting the team's desire to keep the wide receiver despite ongoing financial disagreements. McLaurin, entering the final year of his contract, is reportedly seeking a long-term deal with an annual salary around $30 million, which Washington has been reluctant to meet due to concerns about his age and potential decline. While McLaurin’s participation signals progress, no contract resolution has yet been reached, though both sides maintain good faith in negotiations. The Commanders emphasize McLaurin's value on and off the field and remain committed to securing a long-term agreement with him.