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 for the Washington Commanders. He played college football at Ohio State and was drafted by Washington in the third round of the 2019 NFL draft. McLaurin holds the team record for most touchdown catches in a season with 13, achieved in 2024, and has earned second-team All-Pro honors.

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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.

2014: Redshirted Freshman Season

In 2014, Terry McLaurin redshirted his freshman season at Ohio State.

2014: Four-Star Recruit

In 2014, Terry McLaurin was regarded as a four-star recruit in the class of 2014 according to the 247Sports Composite.

2015: Appeared in Six Games

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

2016: Recorded 11 Receptions

In 2016, as a sophomore, Terry McLaurin recorded 11 receptions for 114 yards and two touchdowns in 13 games for Ohio State.

2017: Recorded 29 Receptions

In 2017, as a junior, Terry McLaurin recorded 29 receptions for 436 receiving yards and six receiving touchdowns in 13 games for Ohio State.

2018: Recorded 35 Receptions

In 2018, as a senior, Terry McLaurin recorded 35 receptions for 701 yards and 11 touchdowns, leading the Big Ten in yards per reception for Ohio State.

June 6, 2019: Signed Rookie Contract

On June 6, 2019, Terry McLaurin signed his four-year rookie contract with the Washington Redskins after being drafted.

2019: NFL Debut

In 2019, Terry McLaurin made his NFL debut in Week 1 against the Philadelphia Eagles, recording five receptions for 125 yards and a 69-yard touchdown. He then became the first player in league history to catch at least five passes and a touchdown in each of his first three career games.

October 2020: Named Team Captain

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

2020: Touchdowns in Consecutive Games

In 2020, McLaurin had his first time with touchdowns in consecutive games.

March 2021: Reunited with College Roommate

In March 2021, Curtis Samuel signed with the Washington Football Team, reuniting Terry McLaurin with his college roommate and fellow receiver.

2021: First Multiple Touchdown Game Since 2021

In 2021, McLaurin had his first multiple touchdown game since 2021.

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 with the Washington Commanders.

2023: NFL Top 100 Ranking

In 2023, Terry McLaurin was ranked 94th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2023.

2024: Record for Most Touchdown Catches

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.