What Commanders' draft pick of Antonio Williams means for WR Terry McLaurin's future
The Clemson WR could be a star.
What Commanders' draft pick of Antonio Williams means for WR Terry McLaurin's future originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . Jayden Daniels has another pass catcher.
With the 71st overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Washington Commanders drafted Antonio Williams out of Clemson. He was a stud in 2024, then dealt with injuries in 2025. He could be really good in D.
C. 2026 NFL DRAFT HQ: Live tracker | Pick-by-pick grades | Best players still available What Antonio Williams means for Terry McLaurin This doesn't directly impact McLaurin's job. Williams is a slot receiver, so in reality, he complements the outside McLaurin.
The Commanders' current slot receiver options are Luke McCaffrey and Jaylin Lane. McLaurin and Treylon Burks should start on the outside. BEST DRAFT NAMES: Ephesians Prysock | R Mason Thomas | DeVonta Smith | Zxavian Harris Antonio Williams stats, NFL Combine Williams had 75 catches for 904 yards and 11 touchdowns in 2024.