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.

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.

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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.

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Williams had 75 catches for 904 yards and 11 touchdowns in 2024.

He ran a 4.41-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine and measured 5-foot-11 with a 6-4 wingspan.

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