Midseason Shift: WR Empowers 'Vikings' Defense

Dec 21, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Clemson Tigers wide receiver Antonio Williams (0) against the Texas Longhorns during the CFP National playoff first round at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images.

All of a sudden, because free agency caused the Minnesota Vikings to lose a wide receiver, the franchise may be in the market for a replacement. And don’t look now, but wide receiver coach Keenan McCardell schmoozed with Clemson’s Antonio Williams at the school’s Pro Day. A Clemson pass catcher gained traction after fresh reporting tied him to Minnesota’s draft process.

Folks saw the footage on social media, and to a degree, some interest has gathered around Williams’s 3rd-Round draft stock. A Longer Look at Clemson WR Antonio Williams May Be in the Cards Get to know Williams from Clemson. Clemson Tigers wide receiver Antonio Williams (0) fights for yardage during second-quarter action against the South Carolina Gamecocks, Nov.

29, 2025, at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina. Williams worked through tight coverage while helping Clemson’s offense move the ball in the rivalry matchup between the longtime ACC and SEC foes. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images.