The Patriots remain one of the few teams positioned to execute a major trade before the season, with Drake Maye interest fueling fan desire for offensive upgrades. Terry McLaurin ranks as the top trade target, though Washington appears close to a long-term agreement. Reported salary demands from McLaurin may exceed DK Metcalf's $33 million average annual value and $60 million guaranteed, potentially stalling Commanders negotiations. The Patriots have demonstrated a willingness to invest in premium offensive talent and possess the resources and mindset to accommodate a large contract if a trade materializes.
That's why wide receiver Terry McLaurin continues to be at the top of the list as the most desirable trade option that they could go after, even if some current rumors suggest the Commanders are nearing a deal to keep him around long-term. It might not come to fruition, however, especially after the latest chatter about what McLaurin is looking for in an annual salary, which the Commanders have seemingly made clear they are not interested in handing out. Luckily for the Patriots, they have the means and the mindset to accommodate it.
One person with knowledge of [Terry] McLaurin's contract negotiations said the veteran receiver has asked for more than DK Metcalf, who signed a four-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers earlier this year. If McLaurin is seeking more than Metcalf's $33 million a year in average annual value, that would put him in the top four among receivers. If he seeks more than the $60 million Metcalf is guaranteed, that would land him in the top 10 receivers among guaranteed money. If McLaurin is using Metcalf's deal as a benchmark based o
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