After yet another defeat, in which Aaron Rodgers publicly criticized his own wide receiver, the New York Jets have responded with a hasty decision to trade for star wide receiver Davante Adams. This trade could benefit the LA Chargers, not only by removing Adams from their division but also by potentially opening up new opportunities.
With Adams now officially in New York, former Chargers receiver Mike Williams—who was the target of Rodgers’ blame on Monday night—has become a possible trade asset. Given that Williams is unlikely to receive many targets moving forward, especially after the last game, the Jets should look to capitalize on his value and secure assets for the former Pro Bowler.
This is where the Chargers might step in. Although they released Williams earlier this year to create salary-cap space, it now makes perfect sense for them to reacquire one of Justin Herbert’s favorite targets.
Trading for Mike Williams makes perfect sense for the Chargers after NY Jets’ Davante Adams trade
The Chargers clearly need assistance at wide receiver, and who better to bring on board than someone with whom Justin Herbert already has a strong connection? While there are other options available, adding Williams would fulfill several needs for the team.
Williams excels at making contested catches, an area where the Chargers currently struggle. More importantly, he would provide the team with a genuine X receiver in their offense, a role that is lacking with DJ Chark Jr. on injured reserve.
The Chargers have one of the weakest groups of receiving weapons in the league. While acquiring Williams won’t instantly transform their passing attack into one of the best, it would improve their overall quality and give Herbert a dependable target in crucial moments.
Furthermore, the cost for the Chargers to acquire him would be minimal. Given his limited production so far this season and the fact that he is on a one-year contract, the Jets would likely only ask for a sixth-round pick at most. This is a manageable price for the Chargers.
The Chargers also have the salary-cap space to bring Williams in without any issues. He signed a one-year, $10 million deal with the Jets, which includes a $5 million base salary for 2024. The Chargers would only be responsible for the remaining $5 million, which fits comfortably within their cap situation.
Most importantly, Williams would be returning to a team he is familiar with, where he knows he won’t face criticism from his star quarterback after a loss.
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