Mike Williams Shocks with NFL Retirement
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams has decided to retire from the NFL, according to sources close to the situation. The news has generated surprise in the world of American football.
Williams’ agent, Tory Dandy, communicated the player’s decision to the Chargers’ management on Wednesday night. The news took the organization by surprise.
Williams had been working separately during the Chargers’ preseason activities due to an unspecified injury.
The team appeared to confirm Williams’ retirement in a social media post, showing affection for the player with a photo from when he was selected by the Chargers in 2017.
Social media post from the Chargers
The Chargers had placed Williams on the physically unable to perform list before training camp. General manager Joe Hortiz had indicated that he expected Williams to return to the field quickly.
Williams played seven seasons with the Chargers before being released before the 2024 season. Last season, he played with the Jets and the Steelers, joining Pittsburgh at the trade deadline.
Williams ranks tenth on the Chargers’ receiving yards list with 4,806 yards. He is also 13th in receptions (309) and touchdowns (31).
Williams was one of quarterback Justin Herbert’s favorite targets. In the four seasons they played together, Williams had 187 receptions for 2,797 yards in 44 games.
Without Williams, the Chargers will have wide receivers Quentin Johnston, Tre Harris, and KeAndre Lambert-Smith.
