Career Timeline of Terry McLaurin: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Terry McLaurin built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Terry McLaurin is a professional American football wide receiver playing for the Washington Commanders in the NFL. He played college football at Ohio State before being drafted by Washington in 2019. In 2024, he set a team record for touchdown catches in a season with 13, also earning second-team All-Pro honors, marking him as a significant player for the team.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2013: Mr. Football Award

In 2013, Terry McLaurin won the state's Mr. Football Award while playing football for Cathedral High School, recognizing his exceptional performance at the high school level.

2014: Redshirted Freshman Season

In 2014, Terry McLaurin redshirted his freshman season at Ohio State, delaying his participation in games.

2014: Four-Star Recruit

In 2014, Terry McLaurin was regarded as a four-star recruit in the class according to the 247Sports Composite, highlighting his potential as a football player.

2015: First Appearance for Ohio State

In 2015, as a redshirt freshman for the Ohio State Buckeyes, Terry McLaurin appeared in six games, recording seven tackles and a fumble recovery, marking his first contributions to the team.

2016: Sophomore Season

In 2016, during his sophomore year, Terry McLaurin recorded 11 receptions for 114 yards and two touchdowns in 13 games for the Ohio State Buckeyes, showing his growing role in the team's offense.

2017: Junior Season

In 2017, as a junior, Terry McLaurin recorded 29 receptions for 436 receiving yards and six receiving touchdowns in 13 games for the Ohio State Buckeyes, increasing his impact on the team's offense.

2018: Senior Season

In 2018, during his senior year, Terry McLaurin recorded 35 receptions for 701 yards and 11 touchdowns, leading the Big Ten in yards per reception and concluding his college career on a high note.

June 6, 2019: Signed Rookie Contract

On June 6, 2019, Terry McLaurin signed his four-year rookie contract with the Washington Redskins, officially beginning his professional football career with the team.

2019: NFL Debut and Record Setting Start

In 2019, Terry McLaurin made his NFL debut in the opening game of the season and set a league record. He recorded five receptions for 125 yards, including a 69-yard touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles and followed this up by catching at least five passes and a touchdown over the next two games, making him the first player in league history to achieve such a feat in their first three career appearances.

2019: Drafted by Washington

In 2019, Terry McLaurin was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the third round of the NFL draft, starting his professional football career.

October 2020: Named Team Captain

In October 2020, following a season-ending injury to team captain Landon Collins, Terry McLaurin was unanimously voted by his teammates to replace him as team captain, highlighting his leadership qualities.

2020: Touchdown Streak

In 2020, Terry McLaurin achieved a streak of consecutive games with touchdowns, highlighting his consistency and impact on the field.

March 2021: Reunion with Curtis Samuel

In March 2021, Curtis Samuel signed a three-year contract with the Washington Football Team, reuniting Terry McLaurin with his college roommate and fellow receiver, enhancing the team's dynamics.

2021: Multiple Touchdown Game

In 2021, Terry McLaurin had a game with multiple touchdowns, underscoring his ability to make significant contributions to the team's scoring.

July 5, 2022: Signed Contract Extension

On July 5, 2022, Terry McLaurin signed a three-year contract extension worth $71 million with a $28 million signing bonus, securing his future with the Washington Commanders.

2024: Team Record and All-Pro Honors

In 2024, Terry McLaurin set the Washington Commanders' team record for the most touchdown catches in a season with 13 and earned second-team All-Pro honors, marking a significant achievement in his career.