Commanders Aim for 10 Targets Per Game for Terry McLaurin

Offensive coordinator sets ambitious goal to boost wide receiver's involvement in passing game.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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The Washington Commanders have set a clear objective for wide receiver Terry McLaurin - to target him at least 10 times per game in the 2026 NFL season. Offensive coordinator David Blough explained the goal is to center the offense around McLaurin and maximize his opportunities to make explosive plays and advance field position.

Why it matters

McLaurin averaged only 6 targets per game in 2025 amid a rotating quarterback situation. The Commanders' commitment to increasing his involvement could significantly boost his fantasy football value if the 10-target goal becomes standard.

The details

Blough's target of 10 catches per game for McLaurin is ambitious, but reflects a push for higher involvement from the star receiver. In 2025, McLaurin surpassed 10 targets just once. The return of quarterback Jayden Daniels from injury is expected to stabilize the QB position and potentially increase McLaurin's target volume.

  • In the 2025 season, McLaurin averaged 6 targets per game.
  • In Week 13 of 2025, McLaurin had 10 targets against the Denver Broncos.

The players

Terry McLaurin

A 30-year-old wide receiver for the Washington Commanders who averaged 11.4 full-PPR points per game in 2025, making him a reliable mid-to-high WR2 option in fantasy football.

David Blough

The offensive coordinator for the Washington Commanders who has set a goal of targeting McLaurin at least 10 times per game in the 2026 season.

Jayden Daniels

The Commanders' starting quarterback, who is expected to return from an elbow injury and stabilize the QB position, potentially increasing McLaurin's target volume.

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What they’re saying

“This thing's going to be built around how do we get Terry 10 targets a game and get him explosive receptions after explosive receptions to kind of flip the field.”

— David Blough, Washington Commanders Offensive Coordinator (WUSA9)

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