Denver Broncos linked to Commanders' Terry McLaurin in free agency

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin is awaiting his fate after requesting to be traded by the only franchise he's played for in the NFL.

Bleacher Report writer Alex Ballentine listed McLaurin as a free agency target for the Denver Broncos next spring.

"The Broncos just paid out big money to Sutton to be the No. 1 receiver for Bo Nix. But the beauty of playing a quarterback on a rookie contract is that you can spend the money to put an elite supporting cast around him," Ballentine wrote.

"Terry McLaurin recently requested a trade, but the Commanders don't have to oblige if they want him to play out his current contract. If that's how things happen, then there would be plenty of suitors who would pay up for the 29-year-old.

"If the Broncos continue to be a team on the rise, they would have a compelling pitch as McLaurin could team with Sutton and Nix to give the offense much more juice in 2026."

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin celebrates after a touchdown reception with guard Sam Cosmi. | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Terry McLaurin linked to Broncos

The Broncos are a team on the rise after ending their nine-year playoff drought last season, but their chances of acquiring McLaurin are slim.

The Broncos could benefit from adding a true No. 1 wide receiver, but McLaurin is still very likely remaining in the nation's capital with the Commanders.

Washington wants to work a long-term deal with him, but negotiations remain ongoing. If a snag were to take place for whatever reason, there's a good chance the Commanders would use the franchise tag on him for the 2026 season.

If that doesn't end up being an option, the Commanders will likely trade McLaurin. The Broncos could be a candidate for his services, but there are still plenty of hoops the Commanders will go through before that even becomes a possibility.

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