Mike Williams’ retirement came out of nowhere. He had just re-signed with the LA Chargers this offseason on a one-year, $6 million deal, hoping for one more run with Justin Herbert. Instead, at age 30, after eight seasons, he’s walking away from the game, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Sources: Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams’ agent Tory Dandy informed the team last night that, after eight seasons, his client is retiring from the NFL. Williams walks away from the game at age 30. pic.twitter.com/f97JzkcYHj
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That news immediately shifts the Chargers’ wide receiver outlook.