Antonio Williams is just a true freshman, but he already has a claim as Clemson’s No. 1 wide receiver.

Williams has already amassed 29 catches for 364 yards and 2 touchdowns this season. His reception and yardage totals lead the team as the Tigers head into their Week 9 bye week.

He has led Clemson in yards or catches in each of the last four games. That stretch of contests includes wins over NC State, Syracuse and Florida State.

Williams scored a big touchdown against the Noles to put Clemson on the board early in the game:

He has quickly entrenched himself as one of the most-trusted options in Clemson’s passing offense. He’s the only Clemson receiver with more than 20 receptions so far in 2022.

If Clemson’s offense is going to peak in November, it will likely be because of Williams’ impact. He seems to be getting stronger as the season goes on — Williams has at least five catches in three of Clemson’s last four games.

Williams is one of two freshman receivers in the 2022 recruiting class that is already making an impact. Adam Randall is starting to gain more playing time as well, although he is still working his way back to full strength after tearing his ACL in the spring.

Longterm, Williams seems to be on track to be one of the top receivers in the ACC. Due to Clemson’s offensive system, his freshman numbers won’t compare to what Sammy Watkins or even Justyn Ross were able to accomplish as true freshmen. But it’s still very encouraging to see Williams be given this many opportunities as a freshman — and excel.

Williams figures to be a major part of Clemson’s push to the College Football Playoff. The Tigers will resume their season in Week 10 against Notre Dame.