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John Keim
ASHBURN, Va. — Washington Commanders wideout Terry McLaurin’s first day back on the practice field looked a lot like those from the past. He was complimented on his routes, caught a couple of over-the-shoulder throws from quarterback Jayden Daniels and broke down the huddle with his receiving teammates before it began.
«It was like riding a bike,» McLaurin said.
One that could afford a lot more bells and whistles after he agreed Monday to a three-year contract extension. It ended McLaurin’s hold-in and settled the final piece of business for Washington as it prepares for its Sept. 7 season opener versus the visiting New York Giants.
«I know I have a lot of elite ball ahead of me,» McLaurin said.
And unlike for much of the summer, McLaurin wore a jersey and a helmet rather than a hoodie pulled over his head, a welcome change for all involved. He participated in team drills during an hourlong practice. He had not been on the field with the team since the second phase of spring workouts after skipping the final two weeks as well as the mandatory minicamp.
Bobby Wagner said.
«He’s so dynamic and such a great player,» center Tyler Biadasz added. «And as a leader of the group, it’s huge.»
