2026 NFL Draft: 7 things to know about Commanders WR Antonio Williams

The Washington Commanders finally found a wide receiver. On Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Commanders selected Clemson wide receiver Antonio Williams. Williams joins Dyami Brown and Van Jefferson as newcomers to Washington's wide receivers room, joining Terry McLaurin, Luke McCaffrey and Jaylin Lane.

The Commanders are believed to be the favorites to sign Brandon Aiyuk if the 49ers can't find a trade partner. Williams had a productive career at Clemson and is best used in the slot, and there is an opening there with the Commanders. Here are seven things to know about the newest Commanders wideout.

A former freshman All-American As a true freshman, Williams led the Tigers with 56 receptions for 604 yards and four touchdowns. He earned freshman All-American honors and was also named honorable-mention All-ACC. Stepfather was a basketball star and tried out for the NFL Williams' stepfather, Murphy Holloway, was South Carolina's Mr.

Basketball once upon a time before heading to Ole Miss , where he played for four years. Holloway then played professional basketball overseas for a decade. Due to his impressive 6-foot-7, 240-pound frame, Holloway earned a tryout with the Baltimore Ravens in 2013.