Wide receiver Terry McLaurin, also known as “Scary Terry,” could be a scary addition to your fantasy lineup this season. He has put up elite numbers over the course of his career, especially in 2024 when he had over 1,000 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns. While McLaurin missed seven games last season, ESPN fantasy analyst Eric Moody believes he is a great fantasy option this season. Here is what Moody had to say about McLaurin:
“McLaurin is one of my favorite values at wide receiver. In 2024, he scored 13 touchdowns, finished as the WR7 and topped 1,000 yards for the fifth straight season. Last season was basically lost, with McLaurin missing seven games and QB Jayden Daniels missing 10. New OC David Blough has talked about getting McLaurin 10 targets
per game, a significant jump from the 7.3 he has averaged over his career, while also moving him around the formation. New signing Stefon Diggs adds competition, but I'm getting a receiver who has already shown WR1 upside at a back-end WR2 price. That's a discount I’m willing to bet on.”
Diggs may provide some competition, but he could actually help McLaurin’s fantasy stock in a way. Without Diggs, McLaurin was the clear No. 1 receiver on Washington’s roster, making him more likely to get double-teamed and have fewer fantasy points. With another elite wide receiver for defenses to worry about, this should lead to more opportunities for McLaurin.
As Moody notes, McLaurin has a current average draft position (ADP) of No. 23 wide receiver. Therefore, you do not have to spend a first or second round pick on him even though he has the potential of a WR1, allowing you to build up other positions on your roster.
The biggest concern with McLaurin is Daniels’ health. Some may be worried about McLaurin’s health given he missed seven games last season, but he is not injury-prone. In fact, last season was the first time McLaurin missed any time since 2020. Daniels, on the other hand, missed 10 games with three different injuries last season. If he goes down, McLaurin’s fantasy production could suffer. But if Daniels is able to remain healthy as he did in 2024, McLaurin could have a monster fantasy season.
This article originally appeared on Commanders Wire: Fantasy analyst says Commanders WR Terry McLaurin is a top value for 2026
