In a heartbreaking revelation that has sent shockwaves through the NFL community, Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin and his family are facing an incredibly difficult challenge. McLaurin’s father has been diagnosed with a severe medical condition, and the family has come together to support him during this trying time.
Terry McLaurin, known for his incredible work ethic and leadership on the field, shared the devastating news earlier today through a heartfelt post on social media. While details about his father’s condition remain private, McLaurin expressed gratitude for the love and support his family has received and revealed that they are doing everything possible to ensure his father receives the best care available.
“My dad has always been my role model and my biggest supporter,” McLaurin shared in his emotional statement. “This is the hardest challenge we’ve faced, but we’re going to fight through this together as a family. My father has taught me everything I know about strength, and now it’s my turn to be there for him. We ask for your prayers and support during this difficult time.”
Fans and teammates have quickly flooded social media with messages of support for McLaurin and his family. Known for his resilience on the field, McLaurin’s strength off the field is now on full display as he faces this personal challenge with grace and determination. His message has resonated deeply with Commanders fans, who have rallied around him in solidarity.
The Commanders organization has also issued a statement of support, with head coach Ron Rivera saying, “Terry is a warrior on the field, but it’s his heart and character that define him. Our team is behind him, and we will support him and his family every step of the way as they navigate this difficult journey.”
This news comes during a season in which McLaurin has been playing at an elite level, showcasing his skills as one of the league’s top wide receivers. However, with his focus now on his family, the football world has come together to show their love and support for Terry and his father.
As McLaurin and his family face this emotional challenge, the Commanders and NFL fans alike stand in unity with them. For now, the focus is on his father’s health, and the entire NFL community is offering their prayers and well wishes during this difficult time.
News of a Kansas City Chiefs reunion surfaced on the evening of November 12, as KC re-signed undrafted rookie wide receiver Jimmy Holiday ahead of their Week 11 matchup with the Denver Broncos.
A-to-Z Sports Kansas City reporter Charles Goldman relayed this news on X, informing: “The Chiefs re-signed WR Jimmy Holiday to the practice squad.”
This roster move was also confirmed by the NFL’s daily transaction notice. And for those wondering, there was no corresponding cut being that defensive tackle Brodric Martin was just poached off the Chiefs’ practice squad on November 5.
That departure freed up an open spot for Holiday to return, following his sudden release on November 4.
There’s a reason KC is bringing back Holiday, and there’s also a reason he was offered a spot on their practice squad from September through early November. And it’s that the promising UDFA flashed plenty of big-play potential this summer.
During the preseason, Holiday only caught 3-of-4 targets for a total of 60 receiving yards, but one of his receptions went for 50 yards. Similarly, the youngster displayed an ability and prowess as a returner, and has the speed and explosiveness to gash a special teams unit or defense at any given moment.
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid loves players like that, and Holiday checks all the boxes of a developmental receiver who could turn into a useful asset later on.
In college, Holiday returned kickoffs for Tennessee in 2021 and 2022. However, his best season as a receiver came with Louisiana Tech in 2024. The 6-foot-1 pass-catcher caught 39-of-65 targets for 476 receiving yards in that final collegiate campaign.
His preseason kick return average yielded 28 yards per attempt.
GettyKansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco.
Ironically, the Chiefs and Broncos could both be without their starting running backs in Week 11.
Kansas City RB Isiah Pacheco suffered an MCL sprain in his knee and has been sidelined for the past couple of weeks. He did not participate in practice on Wednesday, November 12, and Reid appeared to be very hesitant about Pacheco’s playing status on Monday.
Pacheco would have to log some sort of practice time on Thursday or Friday to even have a chance at suiting up in Denver, and that feels unlikely as of Wednesday evening.
On the flip side, Broncos counterpart J.K. Dobbins has been rumored as an injured reserve candidate after he suffered an unspecified foot injury in Week 10. Denver has yet to decide on Dobbins’ roster spot and whether or not they will shift him to IR, but his Week 11 status is very much in doubt either way.
Per Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com, Broncos head coach Sean Payton confirmed that Dobbins did not participate in Wednesday’s practice. He also quoted Payton, who said that rookie and backup RB RJ Harvey will “have more opportunities here in this game [against the Chiefs].”
These comments hint that Dobbins is trending toward missing the Week 11 matchup versus Kansas City, similar to Pacheco.
While both running backs are very important to their respective teams, the Broncos tend to lean on Dobbins and the run game much more than the Chiefs, who have always been a pass-first offense under quarterback Patrick Mahomes. It’ll be interesting to see if Harvey, a dynamic 2025 second-round pick, can pick up the slack if the veteran sits out.
After all, KC has the much more battle-tested Kareem Hunt to call upon, should they need him. The veteran started Week 9 in place of Pacheco, racking up 4.5 yards per carry and 1 touchdown on 11 carries and 47 offensive snaps.