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  • Jameson Williams
  • WR #9
  • Jameson
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@CHI: #17 vs opposing WR - 33.38 FPA
Bye Week9Rank88% Rostered23.6% Change0.2WK 13 Pts10.00WK 14 Pts0.40
2023 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@KC
Win, 21-20
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2SEA
Loss, 31-37
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3ATL
Win, 20-6
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4@GB
Win, 34-20
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5CAR
Win, 42-24
-----22-----2.20
6@TB
Win, 20-6
-----2531----13.30
7@BAL
Loss, 6-38
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8LV
Win, 26-14
-----216-----3.60
9Bye  ------------0.00
10@LAC
Win, 41-38
-----218-----3.80
11CHI
Win, 31-26
-----2441----12.40
12GB
Loss, 22-29
-----251-----7.10
13@NO
Win, 33-28
---191111-----10.00
14@CHI
Loss, 13-28
---4--------0.40
15DEN
Sat 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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16@MIN
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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17@DAL
Sat 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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18MIN
TBDGet Tickets
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2023 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@KC,
W 21-20
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2SEA,
L 31-37
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3ATL,
W 20-6
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4@GB,
W 34-20
-----0.00
5CAR,
W 42-24
--2--2.20
6@TB,
W 20-6
--531-13.30
7@BAL,
L 6-38
-----0.00
8LV,
W 26-14
--16--3.60
9Bye-----0.00
10@LAC,
W 41-38
--18--3.80
11CHI,
W 31-26
--441-12.40
12GB,
L 22-29
--51--7.10
13@NO,
W 33-28
19111--10.00
14@CHI,
L 13-28
4----0.40
15DEN,
Sat 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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16@MIN,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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17@DAL,
Sat 5:15 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
18MIN,
TBDGet Tickets
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  • 1112.40
  • 127.10
  • 1310.00
  • 140.40
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  • Scores on double reverse

    Williams secured his only target for 11 yards while rushing once for 19 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's win over the Saints.

    Analysis: Williams again logged around 60 percent of the offensive snaps, but an increased workload in the passing game has yet to follow the jump in playing time he is seeing. At least Williams made the most of the touches he had, with one of the game's highlights being a double reverse that saw Willams display his high-end speed for a 19-yard rushing touchdown. The Alabama product will next take aim at a Chicago defense allowing the sixth-most points per game (24.7) in 2023.

    Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Role expanding

    Offensive coordinator Ben Johnson indicated that Williams could see increased usage moving forward. "[Williams'] reps are going up. He continues to get out there and the ball is just going to keep gravitating to him a little bit more than it already has."

    Analysis: After seeing no more than a quarter of the offensive snaps in any game as a rookie and no more than 50 percent in any game before Detroit's Week 9 bye week, Williams logged between 52 and 68 percent of the offensive snaps in each of the three games since the bye. While the Alabama product didn't see more than three targets in any of them, there is legitimate hope that his workload could increase since nothing correlates stronger with statistical production than playing time.

    Published: Thu, Nov 30 at 6:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 51 yards

    Williams caught two of three targets for 51 yards during Thursday's loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: While Williams' 58 percent snap share is a downturn from the career-high 68 percent he saw last week, he set a new career high with 49 offensive snaps on a day the Lions ran 84 offensive plays. That figure matched No. 2 wide receiver Josh Reynolds, who had consistently been seeing around three quarters of the offensive snaps when healthy this year, though Kalif Raymond and Donovan Peoples-Jones saw added snaps as well. However, even though the recent increase in playing time has been a positive…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two catches in Week 11 win

    Williams caught two of three targets for 44 yards and one touchdown in Sunday's 31-26 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Most of Williams' yardage came on a 32-yard touchdown catch, which is his second-longest play of the season after a 45-yard touchdown reception against the Buccaneers in Week 6. The big-play threat has drawn more than three targets only once in six 2023 appearances heading into Thursday's home game against the Packers on Thanksgiving.

    Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 6:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes step in right direction

    Williams secured both of his targets for 18 yards during Sunday's 41-38 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: While Williams has yet to put together a breakout performance, he seemingly took a step in the right direction while logging a career-high 52 percent of the offensive snaps coming out of Detroit's bye week. In addition to not dropping any of his passes, Williams made a key block during David Montgomery's 75-yard touchdown scamper that contributed heavily to the Lions' three-point win. Given that offensive coordinator Ben Johnson reportedly told Williams that his involvement in the offense won't…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 14 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another forgettable showing

    Williams caught two of three targets for 16 yards during Monday's win over Las Vegas.

    Analysis: After a brutal Week 7 showing that saw Williams catch zero passes on six targets, Williams dropped another pass on his first target of the game before getting leveled on a jet sweep that counted as a reception for Williams. While he otherwise managed to catch a pass for a positive gain, Williams has only one of those over the past two weeks despite now running as the clear No. 3 receiver behind Amon-Ra St. Brown and Josh Reynolds. The bright side is that Williams is earning targets at a much…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 31 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • No output despite six targets

    Williams saw six targets but did not catch a pass during Sunday's loss to Baltimore.

    Analysis: Williams turned in a disappointing performance despite a new career high in usage, not only dropping a pair of fourth-quarter passes but also stopping short on another route and being the intended target on Jared Goff's lone interception. Outside of catching a pair of long touchdowns thus far into his young career -- a 41-yard catch in Week 14 of last season and a 45-yarder last week against Tampa Bay -- Williams has otherwise caught just three of 19 targets for 10 yards through nine career…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 23 at 5:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes most of limited role

    Williams recorded two receptions on three targets for 53 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-6 win over the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Amon-Ra St. Brown and Sam LaPorta accounted for 26 targets, while no other Detroit receiver saw more than three. Williams was among that group, though he managed to stand out thanks to a long 45-yard touchdown reception late in the third quarter. In addition to showing off his deep speed, Williams made an impressive adjustment on the underthrown ball and managed to out-maneuver a defender blanketed on him. He has only six targets across his first two games of the season, though his performance…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 9:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Small role in debut

    Williams caught two of three targets for two yards during Sunday's 42-24 win over Carolina.

    Analysis: Williams' highly-anticipated 2023 debut was more or less of a dud from a production standpoint. Despite the absences of Amon-Ra St. Brown (abdomen) and Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring), Williams tied for fourth among Lions wide receivers in snaps and didn't do much with the opportunities he was given. Meanwhile, Josh Reynolds, Kalif Raymond and Sam LaPorta did most of the heavy lifting for a Detroit passing game that efficiently accumulated 236 yards. Even if St. Brown remains sidelined Week 6 at Tampa…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 9 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Making season debut Sunday

    Williams (non-injury) is listed as active Sunday versus the Panthers.

    Analysis: With a suspension for violating the NFL's gambling policy behind him, Williams will be available to the Lions offense for the first time this season. On its face, the situation would seem to be a positive one for the second-year pro with top wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (abdomen) sidelined. However, coach Dan Campbell mentioned earlier in the week that Williams would be eased into action, per Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press, and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reported Sunday morning…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited role expected in debut

    Williams (not injury related), who is listed as questionable but on track to play Sunday against the Panthers, is expected to be limited to around 20 snaps in his season debut, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: After missing the first four games of the season while serving a suspension for violating the NFL's gambling policy, Williams was cleared to return to practice this week and was a full participant in sessions Wednesday through Friday. Though the time off while he served his suspension has allowed Williams to heal up from his preseason hamstring injury, the Lions don't appear ready to turn him loose for a full-time role in his 2023 debut. Even though he'll likely be in store for a light snap…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 5:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Sunday

    Williams (non-injury) is expected to play in Sunday's Week 5 game against the Panthers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Williams had his six-game gambling ban reduced to four games earlier in the week and was immediately eligible to return to the team. He practiced this week and showed enough to get on the field Sunday. Even with Amon-Ra St. Brown (abdomen) doubtful and not expected to play, Williams shouldn't be counted on for a full-time role. Josh Reynolds and Kalif Raymond are the favorites for snaps.

    Published: Sat, Oct 7 at 8:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Williams (not injury related) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Carolina.

    Analysis: This would seem to be the Lions' way of suggesting that Williams may not be ready to play even though he's healthy and no longer suspended. It also adds to concerns about his potential workload in the event he's active ahead of the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, though the Lions don't exactly have great WR alternatives with No. 1 Amon-Ra St. Brown (abdomen) listed as doubtful and Josh Reynolds (groin) deemed questionable. Reynolds was a full practice participant Friday and at this point looks like the…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 6 at 1:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Wednesday

    Williams was listed as a full participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report.

    Analysis: Williams' six-game suspension to begin the season due to a violation of the NFL's gambling policy was reduced to four games last Friday after the league and NFL Players Association agreed to an amended policy. The Lions have a roster exemption for Williams until next Monday, but considering the team's top two wide receivers are tending to injuries, Williams could have a decent role off the bat Sunday against the Panthers, despite head coach Dan Campbell's assertion Monday that the second-year…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 4 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for supporting role

    Head coach Dan Campbell said that Williams will have a limited role should the receiver be active in Week 5 against the Panthers, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports. "I'm not looking for yards, I'm not looking for explosives, not looking for touchdowns. Man, just be a reliable receiver, like any of those guys in the room. That's it," Campbell said Monday.

    Analysis: Williams saw only two touches, one catch and one rush, in six games as a rookie last season after his NFL debut was delayed while he recovered from ACL surgery. He is healthy for his return from a gambling-related suspension Monday, but Campbell not only made it clear that the wideout "can't play 60 plays" this weekend, he insisted that Detroit needs "to see where [Williams] is at with football" to figure out how dependable the Alabama product will be. The 12th overall pick in the 2022 draft…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 3 at 6:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suspension officially over

    The NFL reinstated Williams from his suspension related to the league's gambling policy Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Initially, Williams was handed a six-game ban to kick off the current campaign, but after the league and NFL Player's Association agreed to a new policy Friday, it was reduced to four games, making him eligible to return to action Week 5. Coach Dan Campbell spoke of Williams' role upon gaining clearance to play, telling Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com on Monday that "we'll see where it goes, and it's all about improvement." The Lions don't expect to give Williams a full complement of snaps off the…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 2:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will have role Week 5

    Lions head coach Dan Campbell suggested Monday that he anticipates Williams (suspension) filling a role in Sunday's game against the Panthers, though the receiver may not see a heavy snap count in his season debut, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports. "We'll see where it goes, and it's all about improvement," Campbell said of Williams.

    Analysis: Williams had been in line to serve a six-game suspension to begin the season after receiving the ban in April for violating the NFL's gambling policy, but he'll wind up missing just four contests after the league and players union agreed last week to revise the policy. Before the revised policy was announced, Williams was eligible to return to the Lions' facility last week, and he'll now be able to take part in practices for the first time since the preseason. Williams was limited to just six…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 9:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Now eligible for Week 5

    Williams is eligible to play as soon as Week 5 against Carolina after the NFL and NFLPA agreed Friday on a new policy for player gambling, Justin Rogers of The Detroit News reports.

    Analysis: The new policy increases punishments for betting on NFL games and decreases punishments for betting on other spots from team facilities. The league originally suspended Williams for the first six games of the season but will now allow him to come back after sitting out four weeks, potentially providing another boost to a Detroit passing game that's largely leaned on WRs Amon-Ra St. Brown and Josh Reynolds and TE Sam LaPorta. If Williams lives up to his first-round billing it'll be one of the…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 29 at 12:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at facility but can't practice

    Williams (suspension) returned to Detroit's team facility Monday, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports. Williams remains ineligible to participate in group workouts or practices, and the earliest he can play in a game is Week 7 against Baltimore.

    Analysis: In addition to his gambling suspension, Williams also has been rehabbing a hamstring injury, though it's unclear where he stands in the recovery process from that injury. Detroit's team doctors will get a chance to assess the health of the wide receiver's hamstring with nearly a month remaining before he'll be eligible to play. Once he returns, the 2022 first-round pick could find himself battling for playing time with Josh Reynolds and Kalif Raymond. Reynolds is tied with rookie running back…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Away from team for next month

    Williams (suspension) has a "plan in place" to rehab his hamstring injury until Week 4 when he can work with team doctors again, Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News reports.

    Analysis: Williams has been barred from the team facility since Tuesday and can't rejoin the Lions until the start of Week 4 (Tues., Sept. 26) or play in a game until Week 7 (Oct. 22 at BAL). A hamstring injury cut his preseason short after a 2-18-0 receiving line on seven targets in the opener, but it shouldn't end up impacting his regular season given that he's suspended for the first six games anyway. The Lions discussed a rehab plan with Williams' agent for the four weeks he's away from the team.

    Published: Sat, Sep 2 at 7:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely done for preseason

    Coach Dan Campbell said Thursday that Williams (hamstring/suspension) won't play Saturday versus the Jaguars and "there's a good chance" he's done for the preseason, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams is already suspended for the first six games of the regular season, giving him plenty of time to recover, but every missed offseason rep will be impactful for the second-year pro. A 2022 first-round pick, Williams scarcely played as a rookie while working his way back from an ACL tear suffered in college. As he won't be eligible to even participate in team practices while suspended, it wouldn't be surprising if Williams gets off to a slow start when eligible to play, and healthy,…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 17 at 6:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Appears to pull hamstring

    Williams (suspension) left Wednesday's practice early due to an apparent right hamstring injury, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: Williams was able to walk to the locker room under his own power, according to Kyle Meinke of MLive.com. The second-year wideout, who is already facing a six-game suspension to begin the season, missed time earlier in training camp due to a minor leg injury. After missing most of his rookie season while recovering from an ACL tear, Williams can scarce afford to miss many of the preseason reps remaining ahead of Week 1.

    Published: Wed, Aug 16 at 8:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Seven targets in preseason opener

    Williams caught two of seven targets for 18 yards in Friday's 21-16 preseason win over the Giants.

    Analysis: The Lions dialed up a few deep balls to Williams, but he and backup quarterback Nate Sudfeld couldn't get on the same page. After missing most of his rookie season while recovering from a torn ACL, Williams is expected to stretch the field for Detroit with his speed once his six-game suspension for gambling expires. The 2022 first-round pick should continue to be featured heavily throughout the preseason.

    Published: Fri, Aug 11 at 9:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line for many preseason reps

    Head coach Dan Campbell said Wednesday that Williams (suspension) will get "a ton of game reps" during the Lions' three preseason contests, Tim Twentyman of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Detroit opens its exhibition slate Aug. 11 against the Giants, a game in which Williams can expect to see significant run. Whether or not that'll be with Jared Goff and the rest of the first-team offense is unknown, but, as Campbell noted, Williams "didn't practice last year" due to his recovery from a torn ACL that sidelined the wide receiver until Week 13. Once he got on the field, Williams' snap count was managed, and he logged just two touches, but they went for a 41-yard touchdown catch…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 2 at 4:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting open but dropping passes

    Williams (suspension) had little trouble creating separation from defenders at Sunday's practice but struggled with drops, MLive.com's Kyle Meinke reports.

    Analysis: It was the 22-year-old's first padded practice of the summer after missing a few days with a minor leg injury. The Lions figure to keep him fairly busy in practice and perhaps even the preseason, considering Williams will have six weeks to rest at the start of the regular season while serving a suspension for violations of the NFL's gambling policy. Once the 2022 first-round pick is eligible to play, he should have every chance to emerge as the top perimeter threat in an offense that otherwise…read more

    Published: Mon, Jul 31 at 10:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Slated to practice Sunday

    Williams (leg) is scheduled to take part in Sunday's practice, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams missed the Lions' first four sessions of training camp with a leg injury, but he'll be on the field Sunday for what's expected to be a light practice involving limited contact. Given that Williams missed most of his rookie season in 2022 while recovering from a torn ACL, the Lions may elect to proceed cautiously with easing him back to full practice. Even if he's not cleared to play in the Aug. 11 preseason opener versus the Giants, Williams should be back up to full speed at some…read more

    Published: Sun, Jul 30 at 6:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with minor leg injury

    Coach Dan Campbell said Tuesday he expects Williams (leg/suspension) to miss "a day or two" of practice due to a leg injury, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams suffered the leg injury in practice Tuesday, so it's encouraging that he won't have to miss much of the early portion of training camp. The second-year pro needs all the reps he can get, as his recovery from ACL surgery limited him to a depth role in just six appearances as a rookie, and he will be suspended for the first six games of the 2023 season for violating the NFL's gambling policy. The 2022 first-round pick is expected to handle a starting role alongside Amon-Ra St. Brown once…read more

    Published: Tue, Jul 25 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Making progress entering Year 2

    Coach Dan Campbell said Thursday that Williams (suspension) is "miles ahead of where he was last year" and praised his activity in OTAs, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

    Analysis: Williams wasn't able to participate in last year's offseason activities due to a torn ACL, but per Twentyman he's now made significant improvements, with Campbell singling out his route running in particular. The speedster's ACL recovery hindered his production as a rookie, limiting him to just one catch (a 41-yard touchdown) in six appearances, in addition to one carry that went for another 40 yards. Now back to full health, Williams' big-play skillset could set him up as an extremely…read more

    Published: Thu, May 25 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Given six-game suspension

    The NFL announced Friday that Williams will be suspended six games for violation of the league's gambling policy, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Williams and Stanley Berryhill are being handed six-game suspensions for violating the NFL's gambling policy, while C.J. Moore, Quintez Cephus and Shaka Toney are receiving indefinite suspensions, minimum one year. Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports that the incident involving Williams and Berryhill occurred within team facilities, and involved online betting on non-NFL games. The surprising development throws a wrench in projecting Williams' prospects for the 2023 campaign, as he had been a…read more

    Published: Fri, Apr 21 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Big play wiped out by penalty

    Williams played 14 of the Lions' 60 snaps on offense and failed to reel in his lone target in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Packers.

    Analysis: Though he went without any official receptions in the Lions' regular-season finale, Williams provided a glimpse of his vast potential on what would have been a 66-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter that was ultimately wiped out by a holding penalty. On the play in question, Williams found an opening in the defense behind Packers safety Darnell Savage, then jetted past Green Bay safety Adrian Amos on his way to what would have been his second career touchdown and third 40-plus-yard…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 12 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Big rushing gain

    Williams rushed once for 40 yards during Sunday's 41-10 win over Chicago.

    Analysis: Williams broke loose for a long rushing gain but otherwise remained a fringe contributor to the Lions offense. Don't count on the promising rookie for fantasy production when Detroit travels to Green Bay in Week 18.

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Workload not increasing

    Williams was targeted once but did not catch a pass during Saturday's loss to Carolina.

    Analysis: Williams again logged less than 20 percent of the snaps with Detroit seemingly keen on not putting too much on his plate early on in his career. With this unlikely to change over the final two games of the season, the Alabama product will remain off the fantasy radar in Week 17 against Chicago.

    Published: Sun, Dec 25 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains in small role

    Williams was targeted once but did not catch a pass during Sunday's 20-17 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: The Lions simply don't seem willing to put too much on Williams' plate early on in his career. Not only did the explosive rookie again run behind a clear top trio of Amon-Ra St. Brown, DJ Chark and Josh Reynolds, but Williams has yet to overtake Kalif Raymond for the No. 4 role, either. It's entirely possible fantasy managers will have to wait until next season before Williams can be counted on for statistical production.

    Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • TD on first career catch

    Williams caught one of two targets for 41 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 34-23 win over Minnesota.

    Analysis: Williams looked like he could be in line for a big day after getting wide open for a long touchdown early on, but he ended up logging just 19 percent of the offensive snaps after seeing 11 percent in his professional debut last week. Meanwhile, Josh Reynolds (60 percent) remained the clear No. 3 option behind Amon-Ra St. Brown (87) and DJ Chark (85). While Williams could continue pushing Reynolds for a larger role down the stretch, Williams currently seems unlikely to be seeing enough playing…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 12 at 4:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tiny role in pro debut

    Williams was targeted once but did not catch a pass during Sunday's 40-14 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: After talk of Williams potentially seeing time on special teams in his professional debut, the rookie was contained to just eight snaps on offense. Meanwhile, Amon-Ra St. Brown and DJ Chark each had their way with the Jaguars secondary in the blowout victory, giving the Lions no reason to rush Williams into heavy snaps. With that said, there is no denying the dynamic element that Williams could bring to the table as a third receiver in Detroit's offense, so look for Williams' role to only grow…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to have special-teams role

    Williams (knee) will be eased into the Lions' offensive game plan in Sunday's game against the Jaguars and may also see some work as a gunner on special teams, Jay Glazer reported on "Fox NFL Sunday."

    Analysis: The Lions' decision to expose a key asset like Williams to special-teams coverage under any circumstance is puzzling, especially as he makes his season debut following an 11-month recovery from a torn ACL. Don't expect Williams to remain a contributor on coverage units for long, as the Lions eventually plan to have him as a full-time player on offense.

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Facing limited snaps in debut

    Williams (knee), who was activated from the reserve/non-football injury list Saturday, is expected to be on a "very limited snap count" in his NFL debut Sunday against the Jaguars, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Lions envision the No. 12 overall pick in this year's draft filling a major role on offense over the long haul, but he'll be eased back into the mix Sunday after having suffered a torn ACL during his final collegiate game at Alabama back in January. Amon-Ra St. Brown, Kalif Raymond and DJ Chark are likely to continue serving as Detroit's main three receivers this week, but Williams should have a decent chance at jumping Raymond and Chark on the depth chart by season's end if he remains free…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 7:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for debut

    Williams (knee) was activated off the reserve/non-football injury list Saturday and is expected to play in Sunday's matchup against the Jaguars, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: It's unclear how much Williams will actually play as the Lions are arguably the healthiest they've been all season at wide receiver, but given the team wasn't pressed against a deadline with this activation, there's clearly some plan to involve the Alabama product. The rookie receiver hasn't played since tearing his ACL back in November, but when healthy he could be regarded as one of the more electric playmakers in the entire league. Expect Williams to easily gain a foothold on a top-three WR…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 3 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Uncertain for Sunday

    Coach Dan Campbell said Friday morning that the Lions hadn't made a decision on Williams (knee) for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Campbell said Monday it would be a "tall order" for Williams to play, but the Lions apparently are considering it...or at least giving their opponent that impression. The rookie returned to practice last Monday and is now almost 11 months removed from his ACL tear, so it won't be too surprising if he's activated from injured reserve Friday or Saturday to play in Sunday's game. If not, Williams' next chances to play will be Week 14 against Minnesota and Week 15 at the Jets. He'll likely be a…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 9:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Week 13 return not likely

    Lions head coach Dan Campbell said Monday that it "would be a tall order" for Williams (knee) to play Sunday against the Jaguars, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: Though Campbell hasn't completely closed the door on the possibility of Williams -- who returned to practice last Monday -- being activated from the reserve/non-football injury list ahead of the contest, a potential Week 14 return is a more realistic outcome for the rookie wideout. In the meantime, Amon-Ra St. Brown, DJ Chark and Kalif Raymond are in line to continue to lead the Lions' wideout corps, with Josh Reynolds and Tom Kennedy mixing in.

    Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearing return, but not ready yet

    Williams (knee) will not be activated from the reserve/non-football injury list for Thursday's contest against the Bills, but he could make his season debut as early as Week 13, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Detroit designated Williams for a return to practice Monday, but the rookie first-round pick hasn't yet gone full-speed during drills and never seemed like a realistic candidate to play Thanksgiving Day. Williams is on track to ramp up to a full practice workload next week, and it sounds as though as long as he avoids any setbacks, he could make his NFL debut as early as Dec. 4 versus the Jaguars. On a bright note for Thanksgiving Day, Josh Reynolds (back) is expected to be available for the…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 24 at 6:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Designated for return to practice

    The Lions announced Monday that Williams (knee) has been designated for a return from the reserve/non-football injury list.

    Analysis: Williams isn't expected to be a candidate for action during this week's Thanksgiving Day contest against the Bills, but the transaction is a sign that the rookie first-round pick is nearing full health after suffering a left ACL tear in January during the National Championship Game while still with Alabama. Detroit will have a 21-day window to evaluate Williams at practice without him counting against the 53-man roster, and he can be activated at any time during that span. Once back to full…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely for post-Thanksgiving debut

    Lions head coach Dan Campbell said Wednesday that he expects Williams (knee) to be designated for return from injured reserve at some point after Thanksgiving Day, making the team's Week 13 game versus the Jaguars his earliest possible debut date, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Campbell said it's possible that Williams practices before Thanksgiving Day, but added that he doesn't expect the rookie first-round pick to do so, much less take the field Nov. 24 versus Buffalo even if he is designated for return from IR prior to that game. Woodard relays that Campbell offered either Week 13 versus Jacksonville or Week 14 against the Giants as more realistic return targets for Williams, who Detroit has avoided rushing back from the ACL tear he suffered while playing for…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 9:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Season debut not imminent

    Lions head coach Dan Campbell said Wednesday that Williams (knee) is at least a month away from playing, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams remains on the the reserve/NFI list, where he began the season while he continues to recover from the ACL tear he suffered in January while playing for Alabama during the College Football Playoff National Championship Game. The rookie first-round pick still hasn't resumed practicing, and Campbell's latest update suggests that the earliest Williams will make his NFL debut is likely late November or early December. The Lions could also have DJ Chark (ankle) back from injured reserve by…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not ready to come off NFI list

    Williams (knee), who is recovering from a torn ACL, isn't ready yet to return from the reserve/NFI list, Jeff Risdon of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: That said, head coach Dan Campbell noted Wednesday that the wideout has "turned the corner over the last month," while adding that the Lions are "pretty optimistic" that the 2022 first-round pick will play at some point this season. Williams remains without a concrete timetable for a potential NFL debut.

    Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return until after bye

    Williams (knee) is making progress in his recovery from a torn ACL, but head coach Dan Campbell said Wednesday that the Lions won't designate the rookie to return from the reserve/NFI list until after their Week 6 bye, Jeff Risdon of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: While Williams technically could come off the NFI list and play as soon as Week 5, the Lions never had much expectation for the first-round pick to contribute before the bye. Early feedback from the returns of Chris Godwin and Michael Gallup provides hope Williams can earn a role by midseason, as the two veteran wideouts -- both of whom played Week 4 -- suffered ACL tears not long before Williams fell to the same injury in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game in January. Once…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 12:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No timetable for return

    General manager Brad Holmes hasn't offered a timetable for Williams' (knee) return to game action, Benjamin Raven of MLive.com reports. "You got to be a little bit conservative and on the safer side when it comes to forecasts and those returns to play. But hopefully, he stays on track, and hopefully it's sooner than later, but we're going to continue to be smart with him," Holmes said.

    Analysis: After tearing his ACL last January during the National Championship Game, Williams has progressed well in his recovery and recently posted a video of himself running and cutting on a turf field, per Williams' Instagram account via Vox Media. However, even though it looks like the rookie is getting close to being ready, Williams will spend at least the first four games of the season on the NFI list, and it seems like Detroit is prepared to hold him out longer if need be. With DJ Chark and…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 2 at 5:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on reserve/NFI list

    Williams (knee) was placed on the reserve/non-football injury list by the Lions on Tuesday.

    Analysis: Williams tore his ACL on Jan. 10, so it's not a surprise that he won't be ready to start the coming season. Tuesday's transaction ensures that the No. 12 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft will miss at least the Lions' first four contests. In his absence, the team's wideout corps will be led by Amon-Ra St. Brown and DJ Chark.

    Published: Tue, Aug 23 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't be ready Week 1

    Williams (knee) won't be ready for Week 1, though the Lions are pleased with his rehab progress, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Tampa's Chris Godwin tentatively appears on track for Week 1 after tearing his ACL in December, but guys who suffered the same injury any later than that -- notably Williams and Dallas WR Michael Gallup -- are expected to miss at least a game or two at the beginning of the season. In Williams' case, a cautious approach is especially likely given that he's rookie on a team that's considered a longshot for the playoffs. He'd be ruled out for the first four weeks of the season if the Lions were to…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 11 at 7:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on non-football injury list

    The Lions placed Williams (knee) on the active/non-football injury list Sunday.

    Analysis: As expected, Williams won't be ready for the start of training camp and instead will continue his rehab from the ACL surgery he had in January. After investing the 12th overall pick on the wideout, the Lions likely will continue to exercise the utmost caution, but when the rookie eventually is cleared, he'll form a potentially dynamic WR trio with Amon-Ra St. Brown and DJ Chark.

    Published: Sun, Jul 24 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Looking unlikely for start of camp

    Coach Dan Campbell (knee) said Thursday "I don't see" Williams (knee) being ready for the start of training camp, Chris Burke of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Campbell said he's "very hopeful" about Williams, but that he doesn't expect the rookie first-round pick to be ready for the start of training camp. Still, that leaves a potential window for Williams to return to the field at some point in camp, and the idea of him suiting up at some point during the first months of the regular season has been floated previously. Williams is coming off a left ACL tear suffered back in January, and when ready for game action, he stands to join Amon-Ra St. Brown…read more

    Published: Thu, Jun 9 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing to start minicamp

    Williams (knee) isn't practicing during Tuesday's mandatory minicamp, Jeremy Reisman of SB Nation reports.

    Analysis: This isn't surprising given that the 2022 first-round pick tore his ACL during the National Championship Game in January. Williams will be roughly eight months removed from the injury when the NFL regular season kicks off and has already targeted training camp as a potential return date. However, the Lions are expected to be extremely cautious with him, so while there's optimism Williams will be available Week 1, he may not make an impact right away.

    Published: Tue, Jun 7 at 12:01pm by Rotowire.com
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