Terry McLaurin Fantasy Overview

2024 Summary

Production & Fantasy Finishes

McLaurin tallied 82 catches, 1,096 yards, and a career-high 13 TDs. The TD count ranked second among WRs.

The veteran started slowly, finishing as the PPR WR67 and WR37 over the first two weeks. But QB Jayden Daniels quickly progressed, allowing McLaurin to finish as a top-20 WR in 13 out of his final 15 games.

He ranked 15th among WRs in fantasy points per game and seventh in total fantasy points.

Usage & Role

McLaurin saw at least a 21% target share in 11 games. He topped out at 40%, ultimately finishing the year at 22.3%.

His 117 targets actually marked his lowest tally since 2019. He finished three games with four or fewer targets and topped eight on only three occasions.

McLaurin continued to play heavy snaps outside. He lined up wide on 83.9% of his passing snaps, which nearly mirrored his figure from 2023.

Efficiency Metrics

TD output stands out above anything else.

McLaurin ranked second among WRs in TDs but 13th in expected TDs. The 5.3-TD difference was the biggest at the position.

Elsewhere, McLaurin showed no signs of decline. Among 51 WRs with 80+ targets, he ranked:

• 4th in contested catch rate
• 12th in catch rate
• 13th in yards per catch
• 13th in Pro Football Focus receiving grade
• 21st in yards per route run
• 22nd in yards after catch per reception

His catch rate and contested catch rate set career highs.

Offensive Context

QB Jayden Daniels and OC Kliff Kingsbury truly elevated this unit.

Kingsbury’s offense ranked fifth in offensive plays. They sat tenth in seconds per play and first in no-huddle rate.

Daniels earned Rookie of the Year Honors with a 3,568-25-9 passing line and 148-891-9 rushing. The dual-threat QB ranked 12th in on-target throw rate, just behind Brock Purdy, per Pro Football Reference.

McLaurin also benefited from a thin depth chart. TE Zach Ertz finished second in targets, followed by WRs Olamide Zaccheaus and Noah Brown.

Historical Production & Trends

McLaurin has hit 1,000 yards in five straight seasons. He’s recorded 900+ in six straight, a stretch that began as a 2019 rookie.

Injury History

McLaurin appeared in all 17 games last year. He hasn’t missed an outing since the 2020 season.

2025 Expectations

Projected Role & Competition

McLaurin returns as the No. 1 WR, although Washington upgraded around him.

Deebo Samuel arrived in a March trade after tallying 51 catches, 670 yards, and three TDs in 14 games last year. Just note: He’s missed multiple games in three straight seasons and remains a decline risk at 29.

Washington also added former Cowboys WR Michael Gallup. He didn’t play at all last season and won’t be guaranteed a roster spot.

WR Jaylin Lane joined as a Round 3 pick. He brings excellent athleticism but an underwhelming production profile. His primary responsibility might be as a returner.

TE Zach Ertz and WR Noah Brown returned on one-year deals. Neither move changed our outlook for McLaurin.

Supporting Cast

Washington supported Jayden Daniels with the trade for LT Laremy Tunsil. His addition should raise the ceiling on the entire offense.

Even if Daniels doesn’t take a Year 2 jump, it’s clear he’s reached a level of play that’s impactful for McLaurin. His 69% completion rate ranked fourth all-time for a rookie. His passing TDs ranked sixth.

Coaching & Offensive Scheme

OC Kliff Kingsbury will run it back for a second season.

While the offense excelled in 2024, it’s noteworthy that Kingsbury continued to have his WRs play sides. Per PFF, McLaurin lined up as the left WR on 822 of 944 snaps out wide. He lined up on the right 10+ times in only three games.

Per ESPN, Washington also ranked near the bottom of the league in pre-snap motion rate (46.3%).

Perhaps there’s some decline risk if McLaurin’s usage remains stale. Still, it’s nothing we’re worried about.

Production & Efficiency Trends

Our historical aging curves show that on average, 30-year-old WRs of McLaurin’s caliber produce at 93% of their peak.

Despite him hitting the often uncomfortable age, we’ve seen nothing to suggest a major dip is imminent.