Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin's contract situation is significantly less black and white than Parsons'. Parsons could thrive in any team and any situation based on his physical gifts, motor and age. Meanwhile, McLaurin is set to enter the back half of his career fresh off a career year in 2024.

Commanders head coach Dan Quinn made his first comments on star wideout Terry McLaurin's trade request on Saturday.

“Players today are more aware of contracts than they used to be,” Quinn told ESPN's Jonah Keim. “They recognize that’s the business part. For the team, we’re just rocking. For Terry, the trade request, that’s part of normal business that’s happening around the NFL. We understand it. This group is tight and they’re focused on what they have to do.”