Clemson, South Carolina, September 12, 2025

News Summary

Clemson University has confirmed that wide receiver Antonio Williams will miss the upcoming game against Troy due to a hamstring injury. This injury follows a challenging start to the season for Williams, who also dealt with a shoulder injury earlier. Coach Dabo Swinney has raised concerns about the persistence of the hamstring issue, impacting Williams’ recovery timeline and the team’s depth as they prepare for a match against Georgia Tech.

Clemson, South Carolina

Clemson University has announced that redshirt junior wide receiver Antonio Williams will miss the upcoming game against Troy due to a hamstring injury. This setback comes just ahead of the team’s match against Georgia Tech on September 13, further diminishing Clemson’s roster depth as multiple key contributors are already facing injuries.

Williams, hailing from Irmo, S.C., has had a challenging start to the season. After exiting the 2024 Stanford game with a shoulder injury, he left the first quarter of the 2025 season opener against LSU with a hamstring issue. Coach Dabo Swinney has expressed concern about the potential for Williams’ injury to linger, which adds uncertainty to his return this season.

The American Athletic Conference (ACC) has mandated that schools provide injury reports ahead of games this season. Players are classified under categories such as available, probable, questionable, or out. Williams has already been classified as out for the upcoming game against Troy, which will be disappointing news for the Tigers and their fans.

Antonio Williams’ Career

Williams was a highly regarded recruit out of Dutch Fork High School, where he achieved significant success by winning three state championships and losing just one game throughout his high school career. His impressive statistics include 137 receptions for 2,458 yards and 23 touchdowns, alongside contributions in rushing and special teams. As a senior, he recorded 85 receptions for 1,625 yards and 15 touchdowns, in addition to showcasing talent with an impressive 30.4 yards per punt return on 12 attempts.

In his college career, Williams garnered several accolades, including being named Honorable Mention All-ACC in 2022 and making the First Team Freshman All-American selections by various organizations in the same year. In 2024, he earned First Team All-ACC honors from both coaches and the media, along with Second Team All-ACC recognition from the Associated Press.

Pros and Cons of Williams’ Game

Antonio Williams is noted for his versatility and experience as a punt returner, able to operate both in the slot and wide receiver positions. He possesses remarkable quickness off the line and fluid route-running skills, making it challenging for defenders to jam him at the start of plays. Williams also demonstrates strong body control and footwork when catching passes.

However, his career has been marked by a history of injuries, limiting his playtime. His size may restrict him to a slot-only projection, and he lacks elite vertical speed or tackle-breaking power, which may impact his performance as a primary target. Statistics show that he has gone over 80 receiving yards in a game only four times, suggesting a limited ceiling as a high-volume receiving option.

Upcoming Impact on Team

With Williams sidelined, the Clemson Tigers will be missing a significant playmaker as they approach a crucial period in their season. The team’s depth at the wide receiver position is already challenged, making Williams’ recovery a priority for the coaching staff as they prepare for future matchups.

Conclusion

As Clemson prepares to face Georgia Tech, Williams’ absence will be felt, and his ongoing recovery will be monitored closely by medical staff and coaching personnel. The team hopes for a quick return to health for Williams to rejoin his teammates later this season.

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