History of Terry McLaurin in Timeline

Terry McLaurin is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Washington Commanders in the NFL. A former Ohio State Buckeye, McLaurin was drafted in the third round in 2019. He holds the Commanders' team record for the most touchdown catches in a season, having achieved 13 in 2024, and has been recognized as a second-team All-Pro.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 15, 1995: Terry McLaurin's Birth

On September 15, 1995, Terry McLaurin was born.

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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: Ohio State Buckeyes

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

2016: McLaurin's sophomore year

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

2017: McLaurin's junior year

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

2018: McLaurin's senior year

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

June 6, 2019: Signed Rookie Contract

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

2019: NFL Debut

In 2019, Terry McLaurin made his NFL debut in the opening game 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 his first three career games.

2019: McLaurin drafted by Washington

In 2019, Terry McLaurin was selected by Washington in the third round of the NFL draft.

October 2020: Named Team Captain

In October 2020, following an injury to Landon Collins, Terry McLaurin was unanimously voted by his teammates to replace him as team captain.

2020: Touchdown streak

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

March 2021: Curtis Samuel signs with Washington

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.

2021: Multiple Touchdown Game

Terry McLaurin had his first multiple touchdown game since 2021, during week 6 against the Baltimore Ravens.

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.