How Chargers signing Mike Williams impacts the future of WR position for franchise

With the addition of wide receiver Mike Williams, just how will the Chargers handle the position move forward, before next season?

New York Jets wide receiver Mike Williams celebrates a first down reception during the second half against the Denver Broncos at MetLife Stadium. / Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

The Los Angeles Chargers decided now was the time to reunite with former wide receiver Mike Williams.

In 2017, Williams was selected seventh overall in the NFL Draft by the Chargers and spent the first seven seasons of his career with the franchise.

However, this past offseason, Williams thought joining the New York Jets was the right move for his career, but Williams was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers during the season.

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Williams' return to the Chargers may not be the splashy decision that fans were hoping for. But, the decision does feel like a great depth piece for the team.

So, with the addition of Williams, how should the Chargers approach the wide receiver position heading into the draft and dealing with the rest of free agency?

It is apparent that the Chargers see value in players like Williams and Jalen Reagor, as both got new deals with the franchise this offseason.

However, the game plan has to be bringing in a receiver through the draft. The only receiver from last season who has earned the right for playing time in 2025 is Ladd McConkey.

The Chargers needed a makeover at wide receiver, but instead, it feels like the team is trusting most of that unit to step up in 2025. If that is the case, the Chargers could be making a big mistake with their handling of the receiver group.

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey scores on a pass in the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans in an AFC wild card game at NRG Stadium. / Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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