The Philadelphia Eagles have pulled off one of the biggest coups of the 2025 NFL offseason, signing star wide receiver Terry McLaurin from the Washington Commanders in free agency. The move, confirmed late Monday night, has sent shockwaves across the league as the Eagles further bolster their already loaded offense with one of the NFL’s most consistent and dynamic pass-catchers.
McLaurin, 29, had been the face of the Commanders’ offense since being drafted in 2019. Despite instability at quarterback and coaching turnover in Washington, the Pro Bowl wideout consistently delivered, racking up over 1,000 receiving yards in four straight seasons. His crisp route running, elite speed, and leadership made him one of the most respected receivers in the league — and a fan favorite in D.C.
However, with new management in Washington focusing on a youth-driven rebuild under rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, McLaurin’s future with the Commanders became uncertain. Despite efforts to negotiate an extension, talks reportedly stalled over the past few months. The Eagles seized the opportunity and made their pitch — one that McLaurin clearly couldn’t resist.
Sources say McLaurin has signed a four-year deal worth up to $92 million with $54 million guaranteed. He now joins a Philadelphia offense that already boasts Jalen Hurts at quarterback, star wideout A.J. Brown, and emerging playmaker DeVonta Smith. With McLaurin in the mix, the Eagles instantly become one of the most dangerous offensive units in the NFL.
“Adding a player of Terry’s caliber is a game-changer,” said Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni. “He’s a true professional, a leader, and someone who can dominate all three levels of the field. We couldn’t be more excited.”
The move has drawn strong reactions across the NFL world, with analysts calling it a “heist” and fans in Philadelphia buzzing with Super Bowl expectations. Meanwhile, Commanders fans have expressed outrage and disbelief over losing their star to a division rival.
While time will tell how this bold signing pans out, one thing is clear — the Eagles are all-in on making another Super Bowl run. And with Terry McLaurin now in green, the rest of the NFC East just got a whole lot more nervous.
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