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Washington Drafts Antonio Williams, Bolsters Receiving Corps

4/25/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Washington selected wide receiver Antonio Williams with the 71st pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to add a second receiver behind Terry McLaurin.
Williams ran a 4.41-second 40-yard dash and posted a vertical leap in the 92nd percentile at the NFL Scouting Combine.
He logged 130 receptions, 1,508 yards and 15 touchdowns in his junior and senior seasons while Washington traded its second-round pick for left tackle Laremy Tunsil.

History

Historical Context

In 1998 the Minnesota Vikings selected Randy Moss in the first round of the NFL draft. Moss posted a rookie record 17 receiving touchdowns and 1,313 yards, earning a Pro Bowl and showing that young talent could reshape offenses. The Vikings' 15–1 season and 556 points scored that year set a new offensive benchmark, prompting teams like Washington to seek similar impact receivers.

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Story summary

Washington selected wide receiver Antonio Williams with the 71st pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to add a second receiver behind Terry McLaurin.
Williams ran a 4.41-second 40-yard dash and posted a vertical leap in the 92nd percentile at the NFL Scouting Combine.
He logged 130 receptions, 1,508 yards and 15 touchdowns in his junior and senior seasons while Washington traded its second-round pick for left tackle Laremy Tunsil.

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