Terry McLaurin’s contract saga hits saddest and most inevitable chapter yet

Terry McLaurin | Mitch Stringer-Imagn ImagesTerry McLaurin had played every card but one in his quest to get a lucrative new contract extension from the Washington Commanders.

Until now.

NFL insider Jordan Schultz, later confirmed by others, revealed that McLaurin has officially submitted a trade request to the Commanders. This came with dismay among the fan base, but it seemed almost inevitable that things would reach this point.

McLaurin's frustrations have gradually built throughout the offseason. Most fans thought an extension would be relatively simple to resolve, given the amount he has given to the organization. But general manager Adam Peters is running the football operation with a…