Terry McLaurin’s contract talks with Washington Commanders are shaping the start of camp as he watches from the sidelines, fueling fantasy-wide chatter about a potential holdout. He remains central to Washington’s aerial attack after last season’s surprise success, but the two sides reportedly sit apart on an extension as the opener nears. McLaurin has attended meetings and off-field work while negotiations continue, and Washington’s play-caller stresses that rhythm comes from time on the grass.

Meanwhile, Noah Brown is dealing with another injury, complicating an offense that’s trying to click in sync. Kliff Kingsbury, Washington’s offensive coordinator, underscored the need for reps to gel, noting that time on the field is the true proxy for “playing football.” With two preseason games left and Week 1 not until September 7, the path to offensive cohesion remains viable, but it hinges on health and on-field time.