Antonio Williams seeks larger role after McLaurin's injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Antonio Williams is poised for increased opportunities with the Washington Commanders following Terry McLaurin's season-ending injury. Williams has displayed strong receiving skills, highlighted by a solid performance against the San Francisco 49ers where he caught all three targets for 50 yards. His understanding of route running and coverage makes him a promising option in the receiving corps. This development comes as the Commanders look to compensate for the loss of McLaurin's production.
- •Terry McLaurin sustained a season-ending injury.
- •Williams has 18 receptions for 205 yards this season.
- •He performed well against the 49ers, especially in the second half.
- •Williams ranks 44th in EPA per target among receivers.
- •The Commanders need to adjust their offense to fill the void left by McLaurin.
- 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders Film Session: Antonio Williams Is Ready for More
"Antonio Williams is ready for a significantly larger workload
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