Terry McLaurin is the heart and soul of the Washington Commanders. On Sunday night, McLaurin, in his first career playoff game, caught seven passes for 89 yards, including a touchdown in Washington’s 23-20 over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFC wild-card round.
It was the Commanders’ first playoff win in 19 years, and it was only fitting that McLaurin, who has been with the team since 2019, going through plenty of lows, delivered when his team needed it the most.
McLaurin is beloved by teammates, fans, coaches and ownership.
After Washington’s win over the Buccaneers, minority owner Magic Johnson was among those who embraced McLaurin. Here’s what Johnson said about the star wide receiver.
“This man right here, Terry, what a year, and I’m so proud of him,” Johnson said while smiling and calling for McLaurin to join him.
“You went from a losing culture to a winning culture”
After the game we caught up with Magic Johnson, who is part of the #Commanders ownership group
Magic shares a hug and quick chat with Terry McLaurin as well as team owner Josh Harris@JPFinlayNBCS #RaiseHail pic.twitter.com/PpWXEDF8v1
— NBC4 Sports (@NBC4Sports) January 13, 2025
The two embraced, with Johnson praising McLaurin and his leadership and the wide receiver telling the basketball legend that the job was not done.
“Again, that’s what it’s about,” Johnson said, referring to McLaurin. Johnson then praised GM Adam Peters, head coach Dan Quinn, all the players, and managing partner Josh Harris.
Johnson wasn’t the only owner to greet McLaurin, as minority partners Mark Ein and Mitchell Rales greeted quarterback Jayden Daniels and McLaurin as they entered the locker room.
Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin arrive for a hero’s welcome. Owners Mitch Rales and Mark Ein there for hugs. pic.twitter.com/F66swfzX1B
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) January 13, 2025
What a night. And, as McLaurin said, it’s not over yet.
