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Terry McLaurin’s extension shows how the Commanders will do business going forward

That McLaurin got $29 million in average annual value instead of the $32 million he sought is something they “debate” on ESPN. The deal is worth “up to” $96 million over three seasons in the same way I can get “down to” 175 pounds if I’d just eat a little better and work out a little more. It’s an aspiration, not reality.

Just as predicted, neither side is likely all that happy with the final resolution. But the Commanders offered, and McLaurin signed, and we’re 12 days away from the season opener at Northwest Stadium — a game for which No. 17 will now suit up and play, with fuller pockets, including a $30 million signing bonus.

What does matter, though,

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