The Detroit Lions will be without wide receiver Jameson Williams for the next two games due to a violation of the NFL’s performance-enhancing substance policy, as reported by ESPN’s Eric Woodyard. This suspension means Williams will miss the home match against the Tennessee Titans on October 27 and the away game against the Green Bay Packers on November 3.
This marks the second suspension of Williams’ career. Last season, he received a four-game ban, reduced from six, for placing a bet on a non-NFL game. At that time, Williams stated he could not recall the specifics of his gambling activities.
Williams has participated in only 24 of the possible 40 regular-season games, having spent a significant portion of his rookie season recovering from a torn ACL injury sustained during the National Championship Game while playing for Alabama.
So far this season, Williams has recorded 17 receptions for 361 yards and several touchdowns, along with rushing for 32 yards on four attempts. Across three seasons, he has accumulated 42 catches for 756 yards and six touchdowns, showcasing his exceptional speed to make explosive plays. He contributed significantly during the Lions’ playoff journey last season, scoring both a receiving and rushing touchdown in the NFC Championship game loss against the San Francisco 49ers.
The Lions selected Williams in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, using the 12th overall pick to choose the talented Alabama wide receiver.
Currently, the Lions hold the top position in the NFC and the NFC North with a 5-1 record, following their victory over the previously undefeated Minnesota Vikings last Sunday. Their upcoming game against the Titans is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. EST this Sunday.