Commanders Draft Antonio Williams: Explosive Playmaker

0:00On April 25th, the Washington Commanders went into the 2026 NFL Draft Hunting for a wide receiver to pair with quarterback Jaden Daniels. They grabbed Ohio State Linebacker's sunny styles with the 7th overall pick, then waited to the third round to snag Clemson Standout Antonio, Williams at number 71 overall. Williams stands 5-11 and weighs 187 pounds. He earned freshman All-American honors and all ACC recognition during his college career, starting three out of four seasons, missing one due to injury, reactions poured in hot and mostly glowing. Robert Griffin III, Todd McShay, Matt Harmon, Brian Baldinger and others like Grant Poulson and Josh Norris all praised the pick, saying it, fills a key need smartly. Analysts see Williams thriving in the slot at the pro level, though his outside experience gives flexibility. He brings speed and reliability to an offense that desperately wanted another weapon.

1:00This move arms Daniels with the playmaker he needs, setting up Washington for some explosive plays down field as they build momentum.