Mike Williams is hanging his cleats up for good. The Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver informed the team of his plans to retire from the NFL on Wednesday night, a person close to the situation told USA TODAY Sports' Tyler Dragon.

Wide receiver Mike Williams is retiring, the Chargers confirmed Thursday as the team began camp. Just as a hole opened in the receivers room, the Chargers also signed rookie receiver Tre’ Harris, the team announced, ending the second-round pick’s contract holdout.

Having struggled with fitness issues throughout his professional career, seasoned wide receiver Mike Williams has decided to confirm his retirement from the NFL before the 2025-26 season. After spending eight seasons in the league,