Commanders' Williams Pick: Upside, Risk, and Deep Threat Need

0:00On April 25th, Washington commanders are all in on quarterback Jaden Daniels, so their day-to-pick in the 2026 NFL draft aimed to boost his passing game. They grabbed wide receiver Antonio Williams from Clemson, a guy with solid size who can line up inside or outside to give Daniels more options beyond. Terry McClurean Earlier this week, General Manager Adam Peters passed on landing a bigger, more explosive target that could really stretch defenses and take heat off, their star receiver. Instead, Williams brings college production, but raises questions about how well he fits this offense right now. Fans and analysts are split on the move. Williams shines with crafty routes and big playability after the catch, thanks to his 4.4 speed and elusiveness in open space. He's tough to bring down, which could add yards and key moments. That said, his drop from first round buzz to mid-round value ties to quarterback issues at Clemson, and a program that slipped lately.

1:01Injuries hit him in 2023, and again in 2025, adding real risk to the equation. Overall it's a C-grade pick with upside if he stays healthy, but the commanders still need that true deep threat to unlock Daniels long-term. Keep watching how this shakes out in camp.