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By Kevin McCormick
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Since training camp got underway, the Washington Commanders have been one of the most talked-about teams in the NFL. Despite weeks of negotiating, they've been unable to come to terms on an extension with Terry McLaurin. Amid new developments regarding the star wide receiver, the front office has made a noteworthy roster move.
On Thursday night, new reports emerged regarding McLaurin's standoff with the Commanders. In light of still not having a long-term commitment, the star wideout has requested that Washington trade him. As they've stated from the beginning, the front office has shown no willingness to move on from him.
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Less than 24 hours after these developments emerged, the Commanders have done some tinkering with the roster. On Friday morning, it was announced that the team has signed free-agent wide receiver Braylon Sanders.
Sanders, 26, briefly spent time in the NFL back in 2022. He landed with the Miami Dolphins after going undrafted, but the partnership did not last long. Sanders appeared in just three games before being released, totaling two receptions and 17 yards in that span.
Since his time with the Dolphins, Sanders has suited up in other pro leagues in hopes of getting another chance in the NFL. He has some ties to Washington, as he spent the past year playing for the DC Defenders in the UFL. Last season, Sanders racked up 332 yards and three touchdowns.
Having some time to sharpen his skills elsewhere, Sanders finds himself with another opportunity to show an NFL franchise he's worthy of a roster spot.
Also read: NFL Insiders Shut Down Any Possibility of Terry McLaurin Trade
Sanders is far from a replacement for McLaurin, but the addition is certainly telling. Loading up at wide receiver could be seen as Washington making sure they have playable options in the event this holdout goes into the regular season.
With McLaurin now requesting a trade, there's no telling when or how this saga is going to meet its end.
While the Commanders find themselves in a position no team wants to be in, it's a window of opportunity for someone like Sanders. At this point, all he can do is make the most of his time with the organization while they deal with their homegrown star. If he's able to impress, it could result in Sanders sticking around and getting to catch passes from a rising young star in Jayden Daniels.
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