Commanders likely to seek trade for wide receiver after McLaurin injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 9:09 AM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026

The Washington Commanders are expected to explore trade options for a wide receiver following Terry McLaurin's season-ending knee injury during Monday night’s game against the San Francisco 49ers. McLaurin, who has been a key player for the team, suffered a torn patellar tendon and will be replaced by Treylon Burks and rookie Antonio Williams. As the trade deadline approaches, the team may reach out to the Jacksonville Jaguars regarding Brian Thomas Jr., a former first-round pick who has struggled this season. Thomas has connections with Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels but has seen a significant decline in production since his rookie year. The asking price for Thomas may be a point of negotiation given the interest from other teams in need of wide receiver help.
- •Terry McLaurin injured his knee and will miss the rest of the season.
- •Treylon Burks and Antonio Williams will take on larger roles.
- •Commanders may trade for Brian Thomas Jr. from the Jaguars.
- •Thomas has struggled this season, catching only nine passes.
- •Washington will need to negotiate Thomas's asking price amid other teams' interest.
- 9:09 AMYahoo Sports — Former Jaguars' first-round pick could make sense for Commanders at trade deadline
"If the Commanders look outside the organization for wide receiver help, calling the Jaguars would make sense.
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