WR: Terry McLaurin - WAS

2024 Season Summary

• Receptions / Targets / Yards: 82 catches from 117 targets, totaling 1,096 yards → 13.4 yards per reception

• Touchdowns: 13 receiving TDs — 2nd in the league and a new franchise record

Efficiency Metrics

• Catch rate: 70.1% (career-high)

• Yards after catch (YAC): 3.6 YAC/reception — 2nd among WRs

• Average depth of target (aDOT): ~13.9 yards

• Passer rating when targeted: 135.3

Situational Breakdown

• Excelled inside the 20-yard line: 9 red-zone TDs (tied 2nd in NFL)

• More production on home turf: 710 yards at home vs. 386 away

• Strong in clutch moments: 8 TDs in first half; 13.6 avg in 4th quarter

Career Consistency

• 1,000+ receiving yards for five straight seasons

• Sealed second Pro Bowl spot and Second‑team All‑Pro in 2024

• Quarterback Upgrade: Benefited from Jayden Daniels’ accurate rookie season

2025 Fantasy Football Outlook

Strengths & Predictors

1. Reliable Target Share: Held ~23.2% target share on just 117 targets

2. TD Efficiency: 13 TDs on 117 targets → 11.1% touchdown rate (career average was ~6%)

3. Red-Zone Volume: Team was top-6 in red-zone trips with elite efficiency (62% conversion)

4. Offensive Surroundings: Arrival of Deebo Samuel may split targets, but different play style reduces direct competition

5. Offensive Line Upgrade: Adding LT Laremy Tunsil helps QB pocket hold, supporting downfield passing

Regression Caveat

• Expect some touchdown regression — a drop to 7–8 TDs is reasonable

• However, catch rate and role stability should preserve WR2 floor

Headliner Take

Terry McLaurin enters the 2025 fantasy football season as the clear WR1 for the Commanders after a strong 2024 campaign in which he posted 82 receptions, 1,096 yards, and a career-high 13 touchdowns. His target share remained steady around 23%, and he thrived in the red zone with nine TDs inside the 20. While his touchdown rate in 2024 was well above his career average, suggesting some natural regression is possible, McLaurin’s consistent yardage production, strong catch rate, and big-play ability keep him positioned as a reliable WR2 option in fantasy. The addition of Deebo Samuel could shift some targets, but McLaurin’s established role and chemistry with Jayden Daniels support his outlook as a steady contributor in 2025 lineups.