Commanders latest roster moves signals end of Terry McLaurin's hold-in despite ongoing contract dispute

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Terry McLaurin reported to the Washington Commanders' training camp in late July, but he did not participate in practice sessions — which effectively designated him as a hold-in. 

McLaurin's unavailability centered around an injury and his frustration with his contract. But on Saturday, the Commanders announced some positive news about the star wide receiver.

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Wide receiver Terry McLaurin, #17 of the Washington Commanders, warms up prior to the NFC Divisional Playoff game against the Detroit Lions, at Ford Field on January 18, 2025, in Detroit, Michigan. (Brooke Sutton/Getty Images)

McLaurin had been activated from the physically unable to perform list. The roster move is not believed to be directly related to contract extension talks, ESPN reported. It does, however, effectively end McLaurin's hold-on and makes him eligible to practice and ramp up preparations for the regular season.

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McLaurin was initially moved to the PUP list due to an ankle injury. The two-time Pro Bowler skipped the first four days of camp, which resulted in a six-figure fine.

Nov. 10, 2024; Landover, Maryland: Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) looks on from the field during the final minute of the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Northwest Stadium. (Amber Searls-Imagn Images)

Just last month, McLaurin told reporters he was disappointed with how contract talks had progressed.

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